Infrastructure Projects in Uzbekistan: Analyzing opportunities & risks in the context of the 2030 Strategy

The present thesis is developed to explore the landscape of infrastructure projects in Uzbekistan, focusing on the opportunities and risks associated with the nation’s 2030 Strategy. As Uzbekistan embarks on an ambitious path to modernize its infrastructure, this study aims to provide an analysis of the potential benefits and challenges that lie ahead. In Section I. it is provided a brief introduction to the world of Uzbekistan’s economy, what the strategic view of the government consists of and main aspects of correlation to the chosen path of development, surfacing the potential issues. The economic overview delves into description and statistical data in Section II. It visualizes clearly how the industry is structured, and how the foreign trade affairs are organized. Finally, this section will introduce the main framework of construction rules and norms in the country as well as opportunities for foreign investments. Sections III. and IV. are the deep dive in detail of the Uzbekistan – 2030 Strategy and Infrastructure projects planned and implemented, respectively. The following Sections V. and VI. are the core of the study, aimed to evaluate risks, constraints, opportunities and viable solutions of the subject – infrastructure projects, containing recommendations for policymakers and stakeholders to mitigate these risks and maximize the benefits of infrastructure development in Uzbekistan. More generally it will reflect my effort in analysis across various sectors, including transportation, energy, and urban development, to assess how these projects align with the strategic goals set forth by the government. Through a combination of qualitative and quantitative methods, I will individualize the economic, social, and environmental impacts of these initiatives. Key findings throughout the body of the thesis will highlight the aspects of financial sustainability, regulatory hurdles, and geopolitical factors. The thesis concludes with the statement of research limitations and possible ways to improve the study in Section VII. The last Section VIII. will summarize the work performed and conclusions.