Saida Mirziyoyev Takes Charge of Uzbekistan's New Economic Zone | Johannesburg News

Uzbekistan’s President Mirziyoyev has tapped his daughter Saida, 41, to lead a new tax-free financial hub in Tashkent — a bold move to lure global investment. With lifetime immunity and deep ties to her father’s reform agenda, Saida oversees the Tashkent International Financial Centre, set to operate under English common law. This follows Uzbekistan’s rapid economic surge — 8.5% growth in 2026’s first half — as the nation continues opening up after decades of Soviet-era restrictions. While family appointments aren’t unusual in Central Asia, this latest step underscores Mirziyoyev’s push for modernization and global integration. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/4728198e85851a36