AGP Executive Report
Last update: 5 hours agoAI & Education: Uzbekistan has launched a new AI cluster at Tashkent IT University, bringing a GPU cluster and high-performance servers to link teaching, research, and innovation. Nuclear Progress: An IAEA mission says Uzbekistan is advancing nuclear infrastructure and safety/security as construction begins for an SMR program with Russia. Digital Trade & Diplomacy: Uzbekistan and Georgia elevated ties to a strategic partnership, signing deals across customs, ICT/digitalization, education, science and innovation, plus an E-Permit system for cross-border freight. Industry & Energy: Hyundai Engineering won a major gas processing role in Kazakhstan’s Karachaganak project, targeting large-scale raw gas processing. Economy & Risk: Uzbekistan’s gross external debt rose 20% to $82.2B by Q1 2026, with most growth in corporate borrowing. Science & Society: A new match-production joint venture is being explored between Kyrgyzstan and Uzbekistan’s “Millenium Light,” focused on localized production and logistics. Environment Data: A global water-stress map places Uzbekistan among the most stressed countries, highlighting pressure on renewable freshwater resources. Gold Reserves: Central banks bought a net 41 tonnes of gold in May; Uzbekistan is listed among active buyers.
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