EBRD investments reach €5.9bn in emerging Central Asian markets
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- The article reports on the European Bank for Reconstruction and Development's (EBRD) expanding investment program in Uzbekistan, highlighting €5.9bn in commitments across 208 projects focused on private sector growth, infrastructure, and sustainability. It includes quotes from EBRD officials discussing strategic priorities like energy transition and digitalization.
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“The European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD) is expanding its investment programme in Uzbekistan, with total commitments approaching €5.9bn across more than 200 projects.”
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— No evidence found in archive to verify EBRD investment figures or project counts in Uzbekistan
“The bank has committed nearly to €5.9bn across 208 projects, with around 60% of funding directed to private companies in Uzbekistan.”
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“The bank's current exposure in the country exceeds €3.2bn.”
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— No evidence found in archive to verify current exposure amounts in Uzbekistan
“In 2025 alone, investment in the country exceeded $1bn (€860mn), the majority of it flowing to private enterprises.”
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— No evidence found in archive to confirm 2025 investment figures or allocation to private enterprises
“The European Bank for Reconstruction and Development plays a central role in supporting economic development in countries in Central Asia, the Middle East and parts of Africa.”
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“An €8.6m loan to Texnomart, a major electronics retailer, is aimed at expanding digital services and modernising operations.”
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“Part of the financing will also go into workforce development. Training programmes and internships will be introduced in cooperation with local educational institutions.”
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“In the industrial sector, up to €14m in financing for beverage producer UzCarlsberg will fund new production facilities and efficiency upgrades.”
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“The project includes a sustainability component focused on water and energy efficiency.”
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“An additional €200,000 is being provided through the EBRD’s Agrifood Nexus programme, financed by Germany, to support climate-related technologies.”
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“Credit rating agencies have taken a generally positive view of the country’s trajectory.”
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“The EBRD is also increasing its focus on start-ups, particularly in fintech, digital banking and payments through its Star Venture programme.”
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“Looking ahead, the bank is exploring further opportunities in renewable energy, infrastructure and mining.”
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“With more than 118 active projects and a growing pipeline, the EBRD is expected to maintain a central role in Uzbekistan’s economic development.”
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“Both sides are also exploring new financing models for infrastructure, particularly in special economic zones.”
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“Talks in Tashkent, including meetings with Deputy Prime Minister Jamshid Khodjaev, focused on priorities for 2026. These include private sector development, infrastructure expansion and wider use of digital solutions.”
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“Areas under discussion include upgrades to energy networks, improvements to irrigation, and the digitalisation of the railway system. Proposals for electric buses in cities such as Nukus and Samarkand are also being considered.”
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