Businesswoman 2026: recognizing entrepreneurial potential, initiative and success

Ensuring women’s active participation in socio-economic reforms, unlocking their entrepreneurial potential and supporting their initiatives are among UzLiDeP’s key priorities.

To this end, the Samarkand Regional Council of UzLiDeP organized the regional stage of the nationwide Businesswoman 2026 competition as part of the party’s “Together with the People” nationwide program.

This year, qualifying rounds were held in 1,058 mahallas across the region’s 16 districts and cities, with 16 of the most active women entrepreneurs earning the right to compete at the regional stage. The event, held on November 4 at the Silk Road International University of Tourism and Cultural Heritage in Samarkand, brought together party representatives, lawmakers, women entrepreneurs and guests.

The women taking part in the competition showcased their businesses, products, ongoing projects and plans. According to the final results, first place went to Hamida Jurakulova from Samarkand, Director of Hamida Inoyatova Art Fashion, a master of traditional gold embroidery and founder of the ethno-avant-garde style.

The Businesswoman 2026 competition continues to serve as an important platform for showcasing women’s entrepreneurial potential, promoting successful business practices and encouraging new initiatives. Today, women entrepreneurs not only contribute to their families’ well-being but also create new jobs and encourage other women to enter the workforce and start their own businesses. The competition provides new opportunities for participants to exchange experience, strengthen partnerships and develop women’s entrepreneurship.