“Daily Financial Time” Newspaper: New Tashkent – Ambitious Urban Development Project of Uzbekistan
November 15, 2026. 11:30 • 3 min
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ISLAMABAD, November 15. /Dunyo IA/. Pakistani newspaper “Daily Financial Time” has published an analytical article dedicated to the New Tashkent construction project, which is being implemented on the initiative and in accordance with the vision of President of Uzbekistan Shavkat Mirziyoyev, reports Dunyo IA correspondent.
As noted by the author, Hurish Shah, New Tashkent is a large-scale urban development project intended to become a major economic, administrative and residential centre of the country alongside the existing capital.
According to the author, project, initiated by President Shavkat Mirziyoyev, envisages the creation of a modern urban environment bringing together government institutions, business districts, residential areas, educational and medical facilities, tourism and technology infrastructure, as well as extensive green spaces. Project covers a total area of approximately 20,000 hectares.
Publication presents key facts and figures relating to the megaproject, providing a detailed account of its implementation. It notes that New Tashkent has already moved beyond the initial planning stage to practical implementation. Construction is currently under way on residential buildings, roads, engineering infrastructure networks and public facilities. According to figures cited in the article, more than $2 billion had been invested in the city’s development by October 2026.
Particular attention is given by the author to the development of commercial, public and sports infrastructure. In particular, a football stadium meeting FIFA standards and designed to accommodate 55,000 spectators is being constructed as part of the project. It will become one of the key sports facilities in the new city.
As the Pakistani publication emphasizes, New Tashkent is being designed in accordance with the principles of environmental sustainability, modern urban planning and the creation of a comfortable public environment. Under the master plan, approximately 2,000 hectares are allocated for green spaces and around 500 hectares for parks.
The main objective of the project is to create a modern urban centre with well-developed infrastructure, extensive green spaces and a system of services capable of meeting the long-term needs of residents, businesses and government institutions.
Article also notes that the New Tashkent project could offer promising opportunities for international businesses, including Pakistani companies interested in developing new trade and economic ties with Uzbekistan and exploring investment opportunities.
In conclusion, the author emphasizes that, as construction continues and new facilities are commissioned, the development of New Tashkent will be of considerable interest to international companies operating in the construction, healthcare, education, hospitality, technology and infrastructure sectors.
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