Russia’s aviation fuel imports from Belarus surged nearly fourfold in May 2026 amid domestic production declines and export restrictions, revealing structural energy sector strains.
Drone attacks on Russian chemical and oil facilities caused fires and disrupted operations, exposing vulnerabilities in critical industrial infrastructure amid geopolitical conflict.
Uzbekistan’s meat imports surged 62.8% in early 2026 amid slowing domestic production and rising global prices, highlighting structural challenges in the livestock sector.
Uzbekistan’s light vehicle market grew 19% in March 2026, led by gains in new and used car sales, with notable regional variations and rising electric vehicle adoption.