Uzbekistan plans to transfer liquefied natural gas supplies to the private sector nationwide in 2027, Podrobno.uz reported.
This was announced during a dialogue between President Shavkat Mirziyoyev and investors in Tashkent.
At the same time, the government announced the signing of new energy agreements worth $4.7 billion and plans to put six solar and wind power generation facilities out to open tenders.
The authorities also intend to increase private investment in geological exploration and deep hydrocarbon processing.
These large-scale steps reflect Tashkent's desire to reduce the administrative burden on the budget and de-monopolize key areas of the fuel and energy sector.
Transferring liquefied natural gas distribution to market-oriented entities will improve the efficiency of metering and the reliability of supply in remote regions.
At the same time, actively attracting foreign capital into "green" generation is helping Uzbekistan cover its growing domestic electricity deficit without increasing its public debt.
Reforming the energy sector lays the foundation for sustainable industrial growth and strengthens the country's status as a key investment hub in the region.
CentralasianLIGHT.org
October 16, 2026