Gas imports have also fallen, totaling just over $1.1 billion — about 16% less than last year. Official data shows that Uzbekistan reduced purchases of natural gas from both Russia and Turkmenistan. Gas condensate output also declined from 1 million tonnes to 930,900 tonnes.
Despite lower production and reduced imports, Uzbekistan increased its gas exports by 5.1%, earning $568.2 million.
Earlier reports indicated that between January and August, gas production in Uzbekistan had dropped by 7%, while fuel output fell by 14%.
