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On 4 May 2026, the Cabinet of Ministers of the Republic of Uzbekistan adopted Resolution No. 221 on the phased introduction of the International Financial Reporting Standards for sustainability-related disclosures — IFRS Sustainability Disclosure Standards (IFRS SDS / IFRS S1 and S2) for state-owned companies in the UzAssets portfolio. The document lays the foundation for […]

This week, an active dialogue is taking place on the future of energy, sustainable development and new business requirements. As part of the discussion “Green Access and Environmental Safety in Energy Sector”, special attention was paid to modern environmental-reporting mechanisms, including ESG indicators, carbon transparency and green investment. Today, large businesses and modern infrastructure projects […]

Japan and Uzbekistan continue to strengthen economic and investment cooperation, with particular attention to energy, digital transformation and sustainable development. On 3 May, during a meeting with President of the Republic of Uzbekistan Shavkat Mirziyoyev, Japan’s Minister of Finance Satsuki Katayama noted Japan’s interest in diversifying supplies of energy and mineral resources, including oil, gas […]

Uzbekistan has adopted Presidential Decree No. UP-70 of 29 April 2026, aimed at radically improving energy efficiency and reducing energy consumption. The document provides for comprehensive measures to modernise the public sector, introduce digital control over energy consumption and develop energy-service mechanisms. Key changes New construction requirements From 1 July 2026, all new and reconstructed […]

HPBS has completed a two-day educational course, “ESG in Practice”, developed specifically for representatives of the banking sector. The course program was designed to develop a systematic understanding of ESG and its practical application in financial activities — from risk assessment to the use of sustainable-finance instruments. The full course program is available at the […]

Uzbekistan plans to launch new initiatives in urban studies, architecture and territorial development. At the instruction of President of the Republic of Uzbekistan Shavkat Mirziyoyev, Tashkent will establish the first creative park for architects, designers and urban planning professionals, as well as a specialized university focusing on urbanisation, cadastre and geodesy. Development of specialized education […]

Urban planning in Uzbekistan is developing actively, reflecting growing demand for a high-quality urban environment, sustainable development and modern approaches to territorial planning. In recent years, the country has placed greater emphasis on infrastructure, environmental protection, energy efficiency and the integration of international practices into urban development. New urban-planning initiatives Tashkent plans to establish a […]

Environmental Knowledge Day is observed in Uzbekistan on 15 April. This international date is intended to raise environmental awareness and foster a responsible attitude towards the environment. Environmental education plays a key role in developing a sustainable future and building the competencies needed to implement ESG approaches and sustainable-development principles in business and the financial […]

On 21–22 April, HPBS experts will conduct a practical ESG training course. This training is designed for those who want not merely to understand ESG terminology but to apply ESG in their day-to-day work: in finance, investment, project management, reporting, production, property development and corporate strategy. The course will cover: ✅ ESG transformation and global […]

The HPBS team officially presented the management of Korzinka with an international EDGE Buildings certificate at the Post-Construction stage, Advanced level, for their distribution center. This is the first building in Uzbekistan to be certified under the EDGE standard as a new construction project. EDGE Advanced certification confirms that the building demonstrates a significant reduction […]

One of the highlights of the 4th Tashkent International Investment Forum was an event organized by Uzpromstroybank JSCB (SQB) – SKY PARTY BY SQB on the rooftop of SQB Tower, one of the most recognizable buildings in the center of the capital. This unique event brought together key partners of Uzpromstroybank JSCB (SQB), members of […]

Investment, sustainability and new horizons for cooperation The Tashkent International Investment Forum 2025 was held in Tashkent from 10 to 12 June. It was a landmark event for Central Asia’s investment community and one of the key platforms for attracting investment to Uzbekistan and developing international cooperation. The HPBS team actively participated in the event, […]