Tashkent, Uzbekistan (UzDaily.com) — In April 2025, the Banking Supervision Committee under the Central Bank held eight sessions, during which 45 issues were reviewed and corresponding decisions were made.

Regarding registration and licensing, 26 matters were considered. In particular, amendments to the charters of four credit institutions were approved, five new microfinance organizations were registered, one permit was issued for the acquisition of a share in the authorized capital of a credit institution, a qualification certificate was granted to an auditor to work in the banking sector, and 15 candidates for leadership positions and supervisory boards of commercial banks were reviewed.

Special attention was paid to the financial condition of banks and microfinance institutions. A total of 19 topics were examined concerning compliance with the Central Bank’s regulatory requirements, adherence to prudential standards, and the results of inspection audits at banks and other credit organizations.

Due to violations of legislation — specifically, non-compliance with minimum charter capital requirements and changes in organizational and legal form — one payment system operator and three payment organizations were issued warnings regarding the possible application of sanctions.

As a result of Central Bank control measures, fines were imposed on six banks, three pawnshops, and two microfinance organizations for identified violations related to the procedure for opening and registering bank accounts for individuals.