Gate News message, April 22 — Uzbekistan’s President Shavkat Mirziyoyev signed a decree establishing the “Besqala Mining Valley,” a special economic zone dedicated to cryptocurrency mining powered by green energy. The initiative aims to attract international investment while promoting environmentally sustainable mining operations.
Miners in the zone will enjoy significant tax incentives: income tax exemption until 2035 with only a 1% administrative fee on revenue. Electricity is priced at 1,800 Som per kilowatt-hour, with special exceptions offered for projects exceeding $100 million in investment. Miners can sell crypto assets on both domestic and international exchanges, with proceeds deposited directly into local bank accounts.
Participation is restricted to locally registered enterprises with existing electrical infrastructure and regulatory approval. Company leadership must have no record of economic crimes. The framework positions Uzbekistan as a competitive destination for large-scale, compliant cryptocurrency mining operations.