Key Takeaways:

• On April 17, 2026, the Uzbekistan President signed decree PQ-143 to launch the Besqala Mining Valley in Karakalpakstan.
• NAPP will streamline licensing as companies pay a 1% revenue fee to support the 2035 regional budget goals.
• Mining firms must integrate with the ASKUE system by 2026 to ensure transparent energy use and grid stability.

Streamlined Licensing and Governance

The Uzbekistan President Shavkat Mirziyoyev has signed a decree establishing a specialized crypto-mining district in the Republic of Karakalpakstan. The project, titled “Besqala Mining Valley,” aims to formalize the mining industry while driving economic growth and technological innovation in the region.

The decree, PQ-143, dated April 17, 2026,…