The Ministry of Mining Industry and Geology of the Republic of Uzbekistan was established in line with the Decree of the President of the Republic of Uzbekistan No. UP-116 of June 27, 2023 “On measures for effective organization of public administration in the area of mining and geology within the framework of the administrative reform”.

The main objectives are:

• Implementation of the unified state policy in the field of geological exploration, use, and protection of subsoil, as well as management of mining relations
• Improving the efficiency and effectiveness of geological exploration, ensuring the growth of mineral reserves and reproduction of the mineral resource base of the economy, taking into account the creation of new industrial capacities in the field
• Conducting an active investment policy in the field of geological exploration and industrial development of mineral deposits and creating a favorable investment climate