The National Economics White Paper Forum is the inaugural policy competition in Uzbekistan, designed to bring together 100 distinguished school and university students with a strong interest in economics, finance, and law. Hosted by the Young Economists Society of Uzbekistan at New Uzbekistan University, the forum provides a unique platform for students to engage in rigorous policy research and produce professional-level white papers that address real economic challenges facing the country.
The vision of the forum is to cultivate a new generation of young economists who can meaningfully contribute to Uzbekistan’s economic development. By combining high-level research with practical policy application, the forum aims to bridge the gap between academic study and real-world economic decision-making. It offers participants the opportunity to engage directly with the country’s leading economic institutions and to see their ideas considered at the national level.
The primary goals of the forum are to develop participants’ analytical and policy-making skills, encourage collaboration among talented students from different schools and universities, and create a pathway for young economists to connect with research centers, government ministries, and other influential economic organizations. Through this process, students gain experience in formulating evidence-based policy proposals, receive guidance from experts, and develop professional documentation suitable for university applications, internships, and future career opportunities.
Participation in the forum provides substantial career and academic benefits. Students enhance their curricula vitae with concrete experience in policy research, which is highly valued by top universities and graduate programs worldwide. Their white papers demonstrate critical thinking, problem-solving skills, and a capacity to address complex economic issues, all of which strengthen applications for scholarships, internships, and professional positions. Moreover, participants gain exposure to government officials, leading economists, and research institutions, creating valuable professional connections that can support long-term career development. Each participant receives an official certificate verifying their engagement and the practical experience gained, signaling both academic rigor and professional readiness to admissions officers and employers.
Overall, the National Economics White Paper Forum represents a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity for young economists to develop research skills, contribute to national policy discussions, and build a foundation for future academic and professional success.
avgust 7, 2026 / 18:00
YESU Friday Talks · Episode 7 Inside a Nobel Laureate's Lab: How Students Get Into Real Research
Youssef Ibrahim is an economics student at the University of Chicago, and a research assistant in Richard Thaler's lab at Booth, one of the people who built the field of behavioral economics and won a Nobel Prize for it. Getting into a lab like that as an undergraduate is exactly the kind of step most students don't know how to take. On Friday, Youssef joins us to explain how it actually happens. We’ll get into: What it's really like to do research alongside a Nobel laureate and his team How a student gets into a serious research lab early, and what makes someone worth taking on The skills and habits that separate a useful RA from a struggling one His advice for anyone here eyeing research, grad school, or an academic career Friday, August 7 6:00 PM Tashkent Live on Zoom
iyul 31, 2026 / 17:00
YESU Friday Talks · Episode 6 with Manzura Jumaniyazova
This Friday, Manzura Jumaniyazova, a doctoral researcher at the Technical University of Munich (TUM),will share her personal journey as a student in Germany- from applying for academic opportunities and adapting to a new education system to developing her research interests in development economics, gender equality, and children’s wellbeing.We will discuss:→ Her experience studying at a German university→ The main differences between German and local education systems→ How studying abroad influenced her research interests and career plans→ Her advice for students considering education or research opportunities in GermanyJoin us for an open conversation about studying abroad, academic growth, and turning an international education into meaningful research.Date: Friday, July 31Time: 5:00 PM TashkentLocation: New Uzbekistan University campus
iyul 30, 2026 / 14:00
Open lecture: Ricardo Hausmann
The Young Economists Society of Uzbekistan and New Uzbekistan University are pleased to welcome Professor Ricardo Hausmann, one of the world’s leading voices in economic development, for an open lecture on how countries build productive capabilities, diversify their economies, and create new sources of growth.Ricardo Hausmann is the Founder and Director of the Harvard Growth Lab and the Rafik Hariri Professor of the Practice of International Political Economy at Harvard Kennedy School.Professor Hausmann is widely recognized for advising governments on economic transformation, industrial policy, and sustainable growth. He previously served as Director of the Center for International Development at Harvard Kennedy School.He is best known for his pioneering work on Economic Complexity, Growth Diagnostics, and the Product Space-ideas that have shaped how economists and policymakers understand diversification and long-term development.The lecture will explore why some economies move into more sophisticated industries, how countries identify new areas of opportunity, and what shapes their future growth potential, followed by a moderated Q&A session with Professor Hausmann.Date: July 30th Time: 2 p.m.Venue: New Uzbekistan UniversityDue to limited capacity, attendance is by confirmation only. Selected registrants will receive a personal confirmation.
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