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Uzbekistan
Silk Road Crossroads, Plov and Blue Tiles
Overview
The heart of the ancient Silk Road, home to the stunning Islamic architecture of Samarkand, Bukhara, and Khiva, Central Asia's most historically rich destination.
Geographic Context
Region
Asia
Subregion
Central Asia
Land Area
447,400 km²
Capital
Tashkent
Languages
Russian, Uzbek
Currencies
Uzbekistani soʻm (so'm)
At a Glance
25
Oyster Score
Composite index
Health
45
Freedom
23
Security
6
Life Expectancy
72.2 yrs
Median Age
26.9 yrs
Urbanization
51%
Cost Index
27
Housing Index
14
Healthcare Access
49/100
Climate
Average Temperature
14.9°C
Average AQI
44
Most Temperate Cities
1 Yangiqo‘rg‘on 17.2°C
2 Baliqchi Tumani 17.2°C
3 Oltinkŭl Tumani 17.2°C
4 Ulug‘nor Tumani 17.2°C
5 Bo‘z Tumani 16.9°C
Best Air Quality Cities
1 Novyy Turtkul’ 5 AQI
2 Oltinko‘l 5 AQI
3 Yangiqo‘rg‘on 5 AQI
4 Khŭjaobod Tumani 5 AQI
5 Jalolkuduk Tumani 5 AQI
Cities
Novyy Turtkul’ Oltinko‘l Daxbet Kogon Yangirabot Yangiqo‘rg‘on Wobkent Tumani Wobkent Shofirkon Khŭjaobod Tumani Jalolkuduk Tumani Izboskan Tumani
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Economy & Finance
Finances
Economic Indicators
Cost Index 27
Cost of Living
Price Levels & Affordability
Housing Index 14
Investment
Credit Rating & Markets
Corp. Tax 15.00%
Taxation
Tax Rates & Compliance
Top Income Tax 12.00%
Employment
Labor & Social Protection
Startup Score 28/100
Business Environment
Trade & Commerce
FDI Openness 12/100
Society & Governance
International
Travel
Visas & Entry Requirements
Visa-Free 63 countries
Diplomatic Relations
Embassies & Alliances
Missions 22
Defence
Military & Security
Mil. Spending 3.56% GDP
Infrastructure
Energy & Transport
Internet Speed 73 Mbps
Environment
Emissions & Biodiversity
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Sources: World Bank | WHO | Freedom House | OECD · Last updated: 2025
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