What is the current state of Uzbekistan’s oil and gas sector?
On March 25, President :contentReference[oaicite:0]{index=0} reviewed a comprehensive report on the condition of the oil and gas industry, focusing on stabilizing production and identifying new reserves.
This marked the fourth meeting since the beginning of the year dedicated to the activities of :contentReference[oaicite:1]{index=1}.
Why has gas production declined?
The report included detailed data on natural gas production trends, along with an analysis of the factors behind the decline. In January, output dropped to 3.7 billion cubic meters — a 7.5% decrease compared to 4 billion cubic meters recorded during the same period in 2024 and 2025.
What measures are being taken to offset the decline?
To compensate for the shortfall, additional volumes were secured in the first quarter by commissioning new wells and repairing existing ones. Authorities plan to expand these efforts throughout the year.
A key part of the strategy involves introducing modern technologies to improve well productivity and identifying promising areas through 2D and 3D seismic surveys.
What technological upgrades are planned?
To align drilling and field operations with global standards, a comprehensive supervision system will be introduced. This system will incorporate advanced geological and hydrodynamic modeling for more accurate planning and execution.
Discussions also covered increasing the gas recovery factor at existing fields and developing new approaches for extracting hard-to-recover reserves.
How important are international partnerships?
President :contentReference[oaicite:2]{index=2} emphasized that industry stability depends on efficient use of current capacities and a systematic approach to exploration. Expanding cooperation with foreign companies, particularly those focused on delivering tangible results, was highlighted as a priority.
For 2026–2027, the government is already working with international firms to assess the economic efficiency of long-term production programs.
What instructions were given at the end of the meeting?
Concluding the session, the president ordered strict oversight of the implementation of strategic plans. He stressed that every reform direction must deliver clear and measurable results to ensure stable energy supply for the country.