The production complex of linear alkylbenzenes with a capacity of up to 100,000 tonnes per year is planned to be built on the basis of the UzGTL plant.

Currently, around $131 million is ready for restitution, according to the Justice Ministry.

The upgrade reflects Fitch's revised view of Agros Hayot as a 'Core' subsidiary to its 100 percent parent state-owned Uzagrosugurta JSC (BB-/Stable).

The country also plans to increase the production of liquefied gas to 832,000 tonnes from 645,000 tonnes in 2021.