From lithium and copper to rare earths, Uzbekistan is emerging as a strategic player in the global critical raw materials (CRM) value chain. With vast geological reserves and a location that bridges East and West, the country is positioning itself as a secure, diversified source for future-proof supply chains.
In panel session, experts discussed:

- opportunities across the full value chain—from exploration and extraction to processing and export;

- growing international interest in vertical integration and local beneficiation;

- the government’s drive to offer transparent, investor-friendly policies and incentives to accelerate CRM development.

Uzbekistan’s potential goes beyond raw extraction. The vision is clear: Build partnerships that create in-country value, support global decarbonisation goals, and reduce supply chain risks in a geopolitically complex world.

For investors focused on sustainability, strategic autonomy, and long-term returns - this is a moment to move.