The 4th International Congress and Exhibition "Mining of Uzbekistan and Central Asia" is set to take place from December 3-4, 2025, in Tashkent, Uzbekistan. This event serves as a professional platform for key players in the mining industry to exchange experiences and expand working contacts. Supported by a range of sponsors and partners, the congress will attract over 200 executives from major mining companies in Uzbekistan and other Central Asian countries, including Kazakhstan, Tajikistan, and Kyrgyzstan.

The event is dedicated to discussing major investment projects related to the construction and modernization of mines, plants, and infrastructure facilities. Key topics include the development of new deposits and ways to enhance the efficiency of existing mining companies. Among the speakers are high-ranking officials such as Ural Yusupov, Deputy Minister of the Ministry of Mining Industry and Geology of the Republic of Uzbekistan, and Ulugbek Ruziev, Deputy Chairman of the Management Board for Operational Issues at Uzbek Technological Metals Plant.

The congress will feature over 50 major investment projects, including the construction of mining complexes, modernization efforts, capacity expansion, and development of new deposits. The event will also host more than 50 speakers and panellists from various sectors including project representatives, regulators, and leading industry experts. Attendees can expect a range of networking opportunities such as one-on-one meetings on a pre-agreed schedule, business lunches, coffee breaks, interactive discussions, cocktail receptions, and more.

The congress aims to address critical issues such as the transformation of the mining sector in Uzbekistan and Central Asia. It will also explore new technologies that can improve production efficiency in the mining sector. Other topics include risk management and safety in the mining industry, exploration and mining in complex geological conditions, leach and concentration process intensification, and technical barriers in ore treatment.

Participants at the congress represent various profiles within the mining industry. C-suite executives make up 52% of attendees, followed by suppliers of technology and equipment (32%), government officials (11%), consultants (5%), with general directors/CEOs comprising 50%, technical directors 40%, government representatives 5%, and others 5%.

The congress offers a unique opportunity for professionals in the mining industry to connect with peers from across Central Asia. It is an ideal platform for sharing knowledge, exploring investment opportunities, and discussing innovative solutions for enhancing efficiency in mining operations.