Fines and payments for entrepreneurs may be reduced.
President Shavkat Mirziyoyev emphasized the need for supervisory bodies to assist entrepreneurs in eliminating shortcomings and issued an instruction to reduce fines, payments, and fees.
51 ministries and agencies in Uzbekistan have the authority to impose financial fines in 322 areas. Between 2024 and 2026, fines totaling nearly 3 trillion soums were applied within these powers. This was announced on July 21 at a videoconference meeting chaired by President Shavkat Mirziyoyev.
At the meeting, the head of state emphasized the need for a change in the approach of leaders of supervisory and punitive organizations. According to him, before punishing an entrepreneur, they should be given the opportunity to correct shortcomings and shown the right path.
Additionally, the issue of reducing fees and charges borne by producers and exporters was discussed at a time when competition in foreign markets is intensifying.
It was noted that when exporting one truckload of cherries, additional costs of up to 5 million soums arise for customs fees, fumigation, certification, and declarant services.
At the conclusion of the meeting, all ministers and sector leaders were instructed to submit proposals to the Presidential Administration within one week to sharply reduce bureaucratic procedures, fines, payments, and fees in their systems, and to improve the business environment.
