MADRID, January 6. /Dunyo IA/.  The Spanish analytical news portal “Otra Lectura” has published an article titled “Uzbekistan towards the future, the socio-economic improvement of the country is a reality” focusing on the Address of President of Uzbekistan Shavkat Mirziyoyev to the Oliy Majlis and the people of the country, reports Dunyo IA correspondent.

The article notes that the expert emphasized that the main focus of the Message was on the country's socioeconomic development, improving the well-being of its citizens, and strengthening the competitiveness of the national economy. According to him, the President of Uzbekistan clearly stressed that today, the economy, sustainable development, and quality growth are the factors that define Uzbekistan's opportunities both domestically and in its foreign relations.

It is underlined that, despite a complex and fragmented global environment, Uzbekistan's economy continues to demonstrate sustained growth. For the first time in the country's history, GDP surpassed $145 billion this year, whereas just nine years ago, reaching $100 billion was considered an ambitious goal. Even amid disruptions to global supply chains, exports grew by 23 percent to $33.4 billion; electricity production in 2025 reached 85 billion kilowatt-hours, and foreign exchange reserves exceeded $60 billion. This year, more than $43.1 billion in investment was attracted to the national economy, raising the investment-to-GDP ratio to 31.9 percent—a clear indicator of the country's growing attractiveness to investors.

 “In this context, the expert noted, maintaining high rates of economic growth remains a top priority. However, what is particularly significant is the shift in focus from quantitative expansion to a technological and innovative development model. This entails building a knowledge- and technology-based economy, modernizing industry, advancing the digital economy, promoting scientific research, and fostering technology transfer”, - the source states.

In conclusion, “Otra Lectura” writes that the priorities outlined by the President signal Uzbekistan’s transition to a qualitatively new stage of modernization. Uzbekistan considers cooperation with foreign partners a strategic priority. The country aims to move from broad but largely quantitative interaction toward high-quality partnerships focused on technology, human capital, and sustainable growth, in line with the long-term interests of all parties.