The article considers the current situation of the industry of Uzbekistan in recent years. The current state and position of the oil and gas industry is considered. The importance of the oil and gas industry for the economic development of Uzbekistan is noted. A comparison of the amount of funding for research and development among domestic and foreign scientists. The analysis of the global oil and gas industry directions, including Uzbekistan. The states with the highest rates in areas in the oil and gas industry are noted. Including energy generation, crude oil and refining of petroleum products. The main tasks of technological development for the oil and gas complex of Uzbekistan are identified.