AGP Executive Report
Last update: 9 hours agoConstruction Crackdown: Uzbekistan says it has found 3,791 illegal construction projects, with industrial zones leading the list—pushing a new push for electronic alerts and tighter oversight to stop builders operating without land rights and permits. Banking Deal: ADB and Khalq Bank signed a financing-support memorandum in Samarkand, aiming to help the lender tap more market-based funding. Energy & Industry Push: ADB approved a US$12bn development program tied to 78 projects, including 2,000+ MW of renewables and upgrades to power transmission, alongside schools and hospitals. Trade Momentum: Uzbekistan and Afghanistan’s private sectors signed deals worth over US$100m in Kabul, while more agreements—reported at US$112m—were also inked between Afghan and Uzbek businesses. Digital Finance & Telecom: Beeline Uzbekistan and Ipoteka Bank OTP Group agreed on a strategic partnership for joint digital and financial services. Currency Rule Change: Uzbekistan will raise the passport-free cash foreign-currency purchase limit to $500 (from $100), starting mid-August. Security: Authorities in Navoi say they foiled a contract attack plot tied to a family dispute.
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