Russia is set to increase its supply of oil and natural gas to Uzbekistan. This announcement was made by Russian Prime Minister Mikhail Mishustin during the sixth meeting of the Joint Commission between the heads of government of the two nations.
"Agreements have been reached to continue the delivery of Russian oil and natural gas while expanding their overall volumes," Mishustin stated during his meeting with Uzbek Prime Minister Abdulla Aripov.
According to the Russian Prime Minister, both sides view the energy sector as a cornerstone for deepening bilateral cooperation. Beyond increasing hydrocarbon exports, Russia is actively participating in the modernization of Uzbekistan’s energy infrastructure.
Current efforts involving Russian specialists include the drilling of new wells and the upgrading of the republic’s refining capacities and gas transportation systems.
Energy cooperation is advancing against a backdrop of overall bilateral economic cooperation growth. In 2025, bilateral trade surged by 12.5%, surpassing $13 billion. Looking ahead to 2030, Tashkent and Moscow aim to elevate the two-way trade to $30 billion.
The Prime Minister, Abdulla Aripov, confirmed that energy sector collaboration is "developing steadily." He highlighted the project to construct a nuclear power plant in the Jizzakh province based on a Russian design, noting that it has opened a "new chapter" in their partnership.
While the meeting did not disclose specific figures for the increased oil and gas supplies, the matter remains under the oversight of the Intergovernmental Commission on Economic Cooperation. According to both parties, they maintain "direct contact" regarding these developments.
The session concluded with the signing of a joint communique. The next major platform for discussing these projects will be the Tashkent International Investment Forum, scheduled for June 2026.
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