Exhibiting at International Food & Drink Event (IFE) 2025

The Export Promotion Agency of the Republic of Uzbekistan (EPA UZB), operating under the Ministry of Investment, Industry and Trade (MIIT), serves as the country’s key facilitator for enhancing Uzbekistan's non-commodity exports. Headquartered in Tashkent, EPA UZB functions as a strategic national platform to boost international trade, promote Uzbek products abroad, and support exporters with a comprehensive suite of services.

Core Mission and Services

EPA UZB is mandated to increase the global competitiveness of Uzbek businesses and broaden the reach of domestically produced goods and services in foreign markets. The agency provides a wide range of services aimed at both existing and potential exporters:

• Export Promotion:

  • Assistance in participation at international exhibitions and trade shows
  • Subsidies for marketing and branding activities abroad
  • Country-specific export guides and regulatory compliance assistance

• Trade Facilitation:

  • Streamlining customs and logistical procedures in coordination with government departments
  • Establishing trade representation and promotion offices abroad
  • Supporting e-commerce trade channels and digital export infrastructure

• Business Matchmaking:

  • Organizing B2B meetings and virtual trade missions
  • Facilitating foreign buyer delegations to Uzbekistan
  • Partner search services for local suppliers

• Market Research & Intelligence:

  • Industry-specific export trend analyses
  • Reports on tariff and non-tariff barriers
  • Regional demand forecasts for Uzbek products

Strategic Positioning and Impact

EPA UZB plays a central role in Uzbekistan’s national export strategy and economic modernization roadmap, which is heavily focused on non-resource sectors such as agriculture, textiles, food processing, chemicals, and machinery.

As of 2023, Uzbekistan’s non-gold export value exceeded $19 billion, with over 7,000 domestic companies engaged in international trade. EPA UZB contributed to this achievement by facilitating access to:

• Over 50 international trade fairs in Europe, the Middle East, and Asia
• Export financing and insurance mechanisms for SMEs through public-private partnerships
• Training programs for 3,200+ entrepreneurs in export documentation, international marketing, and digital trade

Target Stakeholders

EPA UZB works with a broad range of partners and stakeholders:

• Export-oriented SMEs and large enterprises
• Government ministries and regulatory bodies
• Foreign trade attachés and embassies
• International donors and development banks
• Chambers of commerce and industry associations

Through these partnerships, the agency aligns private sector interests with national trade policy and sustainable economic growth objectives.

Operational Capabilities

• Export Service Centers: Regional offices established in all 14 provinces of Uzbekistan, providing hands-on support to local exporters
• Digital Export Platform: The agency is integrating its services with the "Single Window for Export" system to digitize and simplify export procedures
• Trade Missions: EPA UZB organized and participated in over 30 outbound trade missions in 2023, targeting high-priority markets including Russia, China, Turkey, and Germany

Certifications and Institutional Integrity

• Operates under the legal framework of the Cabinet of Ministers of the Republic of Uzbekistan
• Collaborates with ITC (International Trade Centre), UNDP, and GIZ for capacity-building and donor-funded projects
• Aligned with WTO accession preparatory programs and regional trade bloc compliance (Eurasian Economic Union and others)

Testimonials and Public Impact

“Thanks to the Export Promotion Agency, we entered the German market for the first time through Fruit Logistica. Their financial and logistical support made a big difference.”
— CEO, Uzbek Dried Fruits Exporter, Samarkand

“The matchmaking services from EPA UZB connected us with Japanese distributors, helping us secure an annual contract worth over $400,000.”
— Director, Textile Manufacturer, Tashkent Region

Major Achievements

• Supported over 1,800 exporters in 2023 with documentation, logistics, and market access
• Enabled $900 million in new export contracts through trade exhibitions and bilateral forums
• Published 25+ industry-specific export strategy guides in Uzbek, Russian, and English
• Initiated the "Made in Uzbekistan" branding program to elevate the global image of local products
• Partnered with the Uzbek Commodity Exchange to streamline B2B export auctions online

EPA UZB is increasingly recognized as the institutional backbone of Uzbekistan’s export ecosystem. Its integrated support, data-driven strategies, and strong international partnerships position it as a leading export promotion agency in Central Asia, advancing the country's vision of diversified and sustainable economic development.