Tashkent, May 14 -- The regular videoconference chaired by President of Uzbekistan Shavkat Mirziyoyev was devoted to gradual lifting lockdown restrictions while maintaining a high level of vigilance. The measures primarily aim to revitalize economic sectors, increase employment and income. Addressing the meeting Mirziyoyev once again urged everyone to keep in mind that the pandemic is not over.

Mirziyoyev said that some $294 mln have been allocated to mitigate the Covid-related impact. In addition, implementation of $100 mln new investment projects have recently been launched to breathe a new life into the economy.

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