Uzbekistan: Latest news in Uzbekistan, October 7th, 2026

Here are the key developments and headlines from Uzbekistan for October 7, 2026:

• Global Gold Purchases: Data released via the World Gold Council highlights Uzbekistan as the world’s third-largest reported central bank gold buyer over the first eight months of 2026, adding roughly 50 tonnes of gold and lifting total holdings to around 439 tonnes.

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• Bilateral & Regional Agreements with Russia: At intergovernmental meetings held in Fergana, delegations from Uzbekistan and Russia signed multiple accords, including four new agreements targeting investment and regional development, alongside an expansive 2026–2040 bilateral science and technology cooperation strategy.

• Logistics Infrastructure Deal: The Ministry of Investment, Industry, and Trade reached an official agreement with e-commerce giant Wildberries to build a major Class A logistics center within Uzbekistan to enhance cross-border distribution and regional fulfillment.

• Diplomatic Engagements Ahead: Presidential administration briefings confirmed that President Shavkat Mirziyoyev is preparing to travel to Turkmenistan to participate in high-level Central Asian and CIS regional summit meetings.

• International Banking & Integration: Major domestic institutions continued international expansion, with Octobank representing Uzbekistan’s financial and cross-border settlement sectors at the Sibos 2026 financial summit.