Starting June 1, 2026, Uzbekistan will implement a series of legislative changes and innovations covering the economy, environment, social sphere, and other areas. Below are the most significant updates.
The livestock sector receives major incentives. From June 1, 2026, to August 1, 2029, imported pedigree cattle, sheep, and goats are exempt from value-added tax. This is stipulated in a presidential decree dated May 12. The plan aims to increase cattle numbers to 16.5 million, sheep and goats to 30 million, and poultry to 141 million by 2028.
Energy tariffs are rising. From June 1, electricity and natural gas tariffs for households and legal entities will increase by an average of 9.9%. The government resolution was adopted on May 15. Deputy Minister of Economy and Finance Khurshed Mustafayev stated that the increase is not related to the National Investment Fund's IPO but is an indexation.
Under the 'Clean Air' project, environmental requirements in construction are tightened. From June 1, construction sites must be equipped with background monitoring stations. Additionally, online cameras must be installed along the perimeter and at exits, integrated into the Ecology Committee's database.
A system for teaching modern digital professions to young inmates is being introduced in penal institutions. The project initially launches in Tashkent, Navoi, and Kashkadarya regions, and from March 1, 2027, in other regions. Participants are aged 18-30 who have committed minor or moderate crimes.
Entrepreneurs gain the ability to defer customs payments. From June 1, customs duties can be deferred for up to 120 days or paid in installments. Based on risk management results, reduced security amounts may be provided.
The archival sector undergoes digitalization. From June 1, the Unified National Archival Information System is launched. RFID technology becomes mandatory for tracking especially valuable documents.
To improve the ecological state of the Ugam River, construction is restricted. From June 1, any construction or artificial structures that could negatively affect the natural hydrological regime are prohibited in coastal and water protection zones.
A new procedure for developing pilgrimage sites is introduced. From June 1, a separate design code will be developed for areas frequently visited by tourists. Expansion of these areas through multi-story buildings is planned where possible.
In the fight against corruption, a system for diagnosing employees' anti-corruption resilience is introduced in state bodies. From June 1, employees and candidates for positions with high or medium corruption risk undergo diagnostics.
The management of construction waste is reformed. From June 1, project documentation must specify waste volumes and collection points. The customer is required to take measures to eliminate dust and unpleasant odors.
Source: www.gazeta.uz