The results of the year in the textile industry and priority tasks for the future were considered

On December 23, President Shavkat Mirziyoyev reviewed a presentation on the 2025 results and priorities for the next year in the textile industry, the press service of the head of our state reports.

The presentation reviewed the results achieved over the year, the growth dynamics of production and export indicators in the industry, and plans for 2026.

It was noted that in 2025, the textile industry’s production volume amounted to 134 trillion soums. Foreign investment reached $2.1 billion. Exports increased compared to the previous year, reaching $2.5 billion. The number of people employed in this industry reached 623,000. It was noted that there is potential to increase this figure to 650,000 next year.

In 2026, plans are underway to further enhance cotton fiber processing and increase the utilization rate of fabric, knitwear, and finished goods production facilities. The goal is to increase production volume to 147 trillion soums, and exports to $3.3 billion.

The industry plans to attract $2.2 billion in foreign investment. This will create additional capacity for the production of 207,000 tons of synthetic and blended yarn, 397 million square meters of fabric, 224 million units of garments and knitwear, and 108 million square meters of textile dyeing.

However, certain factors hindering the sustainable development of the industry were also noted. Specifically, the current challenges identified in the industry include the fact that some cotton fiber demand is met through imports, financial resources are expensive, logistics costs are rising in foreign markets, and there is a shortage of qualified specialists in certain areas.

Specific measures for 2026 have been developed to address these issues. Specifically, it is planned to allocate $200 million in preferential loans to enterprises to replenish working capital, conduct financial rehabilitation for 138 enterprises, and attract 100 new enterprises to export activities.

Particular attention will be paid to the implementation of international standards and certifications. The Better Work, BCI, FWF, and Organic EU programs will be implemented at 60 enterprises, and international financial reporting standards will be implemented at another 15 enterprises. Furthermore, a modern textile laboratory will be created, capable of analyzing the quality of finished products in 24 areas.

The implementation of ERP systems and artificial intelligence technologies is planned to accelerate digitalization and improve production efficiency in the industry. This process will cover 40 enterprises.

As part of expanding international cooperation, plans have been developed to strengthen collaboration with international sourcing companies and major brands, participate in marketing research and international exhibitions, and stimulate the relocation of foreign enterprises.

Having approved the proposed approaches, the head of state set specific objectives for decision-makers to consistently increase the share of finished goods, reduce their production costs, and fully utilize the investment and export potential of the light industry. He emphasized that all measures taken should contribute to the industry’s transformation into a sustainable and competitive system producing high-value-added products.