Uzbekistan plans to launch the Tashkent International Financial Center under a special legal regime. According to estimates, by 2030 it could attract an additional $20–25 billion in investment and contribute up to 1% to annual GDP growth.
The initiative focuses on creating a new institutional infrastructure for capital markets.
→ application of English common law principles
→ establishment of an international commercial court and arbitration framework
→ free movement and repatriation of capital
→ simplified currency operations and a favorable tax regime.
The center will cover key segments of the financial market:
→ investment and banking activities
→ insurance
→ digital asset and securities operations
→ fintech and payment services
Additionally, the project is expected to create up to 15,000 jobs and develop the skills of around 10,000 specialists.
The focus is shifting from attracting individual investments to building a comprehensive financial ecosystem aligned with international standards.