TASHKENT, Uzbekistan, November 30. Uzbekistan aims to attract 2.2 million foreign tourists in 2025, Trend reports.
According to the Uzbek president's office, the country also plans to increase tourism export revenues to $600 million next year. During the current year, the region welcomed 1.5 million international visitors, demonstrating the increasing popularity of its destinations.
To support this growth, Uzbekistan plans to open 69 new hotels and establish 2,000 craft shops and retail outlets. These initiatives are expected not only to enhance the tourist experience but also to create significant employment opportunities in the sector.
Meanwhile, the number of foreign tourists who visited Uzbekistan totaled 6.5 million people from January through October 2024. This figure increased by 17.2 percent (951,300 people) compared to the same period last year.
Among all countries, Tajikistan had the most number of tourists visiting Uzbekistan over this time period, with 1,878 million.
