In 2025, Uzbekistan’s GDP grew by 7.7%, exceeding $147 billion. Retail turnover increased by 11.2%, while foreign trade reached a record $81.2 billion. E-commerce in the region is experiencing rapid expansion, and experts forecast that strong growth will continue in the coming years. This trend is closely linked to demographic dynamics.

Uzbekistan’s population continues to grow steadily and surpassed 37.5 million people last year, making the country the regional leader in absolute demographic growth across Central Asia.
Rapid population growth has become a key driver of domestic market expansion, stimulating consumer demand and, consequently, accelerating the development of e-commerce. Strong economic performance and the rise of online retail, supported by demographic growth, are creating an urgent need for modern logistics and warehouse infrastructure. The market is projected to expand sevenfold by 2040.

To support the development of advanced solutions and address the region’s key economic challenges, IBC Global is organizing the international Central Asia Warehouse Summit (CAWS) in Tashkent.

The event will take place on April 16, 2026, at the Hyatt Regency Tashkent.

INFOLine Group will serve as the General Analytical Partner.

The Main Media Partner is TSPM.

The summit will bring together developers, investors, logistics operators, retailers, and government representatives, providing a platform for knowledge exchange, showcasing cutting-edge technological solutions, presenting projects, and establishing business connections.

Key topics of CAWS in Uzbekistan include:

• - Investment potential and macroeconomic trends in Uzbekistan and Central Asia
• - Overview of the warehouse real estate market and future development forecasts
• - Project financing opportunities
• - Design, construction, and operation of warehouse complexes
• - The impact of retail and e-commerce on the logistics industry
• - Review of current performance and announcements of upcoming initiatives

More than 150 representatives of retail chains, logistics companies, and e-commerce leaders from Central Asia, Russia, and CIS countries have been invited, along with major local and international manufacturers, developers, logistics professionals, and investors.

The event is expected to welcome senior executives and top management from leading market players, including Ozon, Wildberries, Lemana Pro, Yandex, Sport Master, Magnit, LaModa, CDEK, DPD, Uzum, Korzinka, Havas, Alif Shop, Baraka Market, Magnum, Bi1, as well as other major industry leaders.