Uzbekistan Joins NDB as 10th Member & First Central Asian Country
📅 Published 18 Jun 2026 · june 2026
Uzbekistan Joins NDB as 10th Member & First Central Asian Country
Uzbekistan became the 10th member of NDB after ratifying its Articles of Agreement.
Law signed: May 21, 2026.
Projects: Focus on energy, water management, transport, infrastructure.
Mechanisms: Supports projects in national currencies, environmentally sound, with efficient implementation.
Key Highlights:
Strengthening international climate cooperation via JCM between India and Japan.
Major infrastructure projects like Kishau Dam to rejuvenate Yamuna River.
Advancements in science and technology through CSIR’s tech transfer and quantum components.
Progress in sustainable transportation with MoRTH’s vehicle replacement scheme.
Technological innovation for space missions with ISRO–DAE’s lunar lander system.
Defense modernization with IIT-K’s drone technology hub.
Uzbekistan’s strategic entry into NDB, enhancing regional development prospects.