The Central Asian country's economy is state-controlled and the transition towards a market economy is slow relative to other former Soviet states.

The ex-Soviet country's Gross Domestic Product (GDP) grew by 13.1 percent year-on-year in April-June and by 17.4 percent compared to the first quarter of this year.

After completing her master’s degree, Yusupova had two choices: either to continue working at an international organisation such as the UNDP or start her own business. She chose the latter.

The affirmation reflects Fitch’s expectation that the city’s debt sustainability metrics will remain in line with its ratings, despite the economic impact of the coronavirus pandemic and growing CAPEX that is counterbalanced by the moderate debt level.

The plant is expected to be operational by the end of the year and under the 25-year power purchase agreement with the government Cengiz Energy will sell electricity to the local operator National Electric Grids.