AGP Executive Report
Last update: 5 hours agoSAF Tech for Uzbekistan: Topsoe and Sasol signed a licensing deal with Allied Biofuels to bring SynCOR and Fischer-Tropsch know-how to a new eSAF/bio-based SAF plant in Khorezm, using biomass, green hydrogen and CO2—aimed at scaling sustainable aviation fuel for regional and international markets. Tourism Digitalization: Uzbekistan launched a VAT Tax Free refund system at international airports from April 1, letting foreign visitors reclaim 85% of VAT (300,000 UZS minimum purchase) via cash or card, with plans to expand to rail and border checkpoints. Biodiversity Monitoring: SMART Patrol training in Penjikent and Samarkand equipped protected-area inspectors from Uzbekistan and Tajikistan to replace paper logs with rugged smartphones for real-time ranger reporting and a “digital passport” of rare species. Education & Workforce: Uzbekistan increased 2026–2027 university admissions to 234,000+ full-time bachelor places, including 36,023 state-funded scholarships, prioritizing engineering, IT, teacher training and agriculture. Regional Trade Finance: The U.S. State Department confirmed Konstantin Sokolov as chairman of the TRIPP+ Enterprise Fund, targeting $200M+ for transport, energy infrastructure, digital tech and critical minerals across Central Asia (including Uzbekistan). Earthquake Preparedness: The UN urged Central Asian countries, including Uzbekistan, to boost readiness, warning earthquakes are among the deadliest natural disasters and highlighting high-risk zones across the region.
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