“Uzbeks have a positive view about the country’s economy” – Gallup

In addition, the republic had the highest score regarding well-being expected in the next five years – 8.7, with a regional average of 7.4 points. 86% of participants from Uzbekistan said their standard of living was improving (40% in the region).

The level of job satisfaction was also highest in the ex-USSR – more than a third of respondents answered the question positively (27% in the region). On the other hand, 15% of workers said they may experience stress (24%).

63% of respondents consider the present time to be the best time to find a job – 17% more than two years ago. Trust in an improving economy increased by 7% to reach 82% (51%).

Trust in government activities amounted to 92% (68% in the region). Almost three-quarters of Uzbek citizens – up 10% from 2020 – also began to trust the courts more (45%).

Also, 82% of the republic’s residents express “quite a lot” of confidence in the banking and financial system (55%). The vast majority - 93% believe that there are all opportunities for growth in Uzbekistan.