Inclusive Growth through Better Governance and Partnerships

Growth in the Asia and Pacific region is strong, but growth alone is not enough for the region to succeed in an era of global change, ADB's President said in his annual address to the Board of Governors. Read More

Governors' Seminar: How Can Asia Respond to the Global Economic Crisis

A global slowdown can have spillover effects on Asia's economies. How can the region rebalance, diversify and ensure everyone benefits from the boom? Read More

ADB Secures $12.4 Billion for Asian Development Fund

The funds will help improve the lives of millions of Asia's poorest through inclusive, sustainable growth. Read More

12 things to Know in 2012: The New Silk Road

The thriving east-west trade that once prospered along the famed Silk Road is slowly being restored to its former glory through transport and trade links being rolled out under the Central Asia Regional Economic Cooperation program. Here are 12 facts and figures on the New Silk Road. Read More

Overview

Based on the government's strategic directions, and underpinned by prudent economic and investment policies, the economy of Uzbekistan has continued growing strongly and achievement of the Millennium Development Goals has progressed. Since 2008, public sector-oriented investments in infrastructure and industry have been the major driver of growth.

For 2011–2013, support for the development of infrastructure with a regional orientation and water and municipal services, and the expansion of the private sector's access to financial resources, will remain the focus of ADB's operations.

Fast Facts

29.37 (2011)
Population in millions

2.2% (2009-2011)
Annual population growth rate

25.8% (2005)
Population living below the national poverty line