On December 26, President of the Republic of Uzbekistan Shavkat Mirziyoyev gave an Address to the Oliy Majlis and the people of Uzbekistan.
On December 26, President of the Republic of Uzbekistan Shavkat Mirziyoyev gave an Address to the Oliy Majlis and the people of Uzbekistan.
On December 26, President of the Republic of Uzbekistan Shavkat Mirziyoyev gave an Address to the Oliy Majlis and the people of Uzbekistan.
- Over the past nine years, together with you and our people, we have gone through a significant path of development. Our economy has acquired the new quality, we have expanded market relations and social protection, and strengthened the rule of law. Most importantly, the results of our reforms are felt in every mahalla, every family, and by every individual in their daily lives, - said the Head of State in the beginning of his speech. Regardless of how difficult the circumstances were, democratic reforms have been consistently continued. Thanks to the support of the people and enthusiasm of our youth, changes in people’s mindset and worldview, a more cohesive society, the initiative and dedicated work of entrepreneurs, workers, and farmers, as well as a friendly foreign policy based on mutually beneficial cooperation, significant achievements have been made in all spheres in 2025. For the first time in the country’s history, gross domestic product exceeded $145 billion. It was noted that exports increased by 23 percent, reaching $33.4 billion. It was especially emphasized that the gold reserves exceeded $60 billion for the first time. The volume of foreign investment attracted into the economy reached $43.1 billion, with the share of total investment in GDP at 31.9 percent. Leading international rating agencies raised the country’s sovereign rating from BB– to BB.
Due to fundamental changes in the energy sector, the electricity production was raised to 85 billion kilowatt-hours. This year, clean drinking water reached the homes of 715,000 residents in 188 mahallas for the first time, and water supply was improved for another 2.3 million people. This year, 5 million people have started to receive sustainable income, and the unemployment rate has decreased from 5.5% to 4.9%. About 1,5 million people in need have been lifted out of poverty, and for the first time, 1,435 mahallas became poverty-free areas. 168 thousand children from low-income families were admitted to state kindergartens on a preferential basis. Starting this year, an inclusive education system was implemented in 208 kindergartens for the first time.
