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Uzbekistan is ramping up its mining exports — including uranium — to meet global demand for rare materials. From cleaner extraction techniques to foreign partnerships, the country is positioning itself as a reliable supplier in the energy transition supply chain.
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Uzbekistan is scaling up efforts to develop and export critical raw materials, including uranium, copper and rare earths, while exploring greener extraction methods.
In the Navoi region, a new French-Uzbek-Japanese joint venture is using in-situ leaching — an alternative to open-pit mining — to access uranium with reduced environmental impact. The project, led by Orano and Uzbekistan’s state-owned Navoiyuran, aims to produce 10,000 tonnes of uranium.
With demand rising for rare materials used in green technologies, Uzbekistan is adopting international best practices and OECD-aligned standards. Officials hope these steps will strengthen ties with European partners and attract more foreign investment in responsible resource development.
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