Uzbekistan’s Economy in 2025: Ten Insights for Investors from Freedom Broker
Strong growth, lower inflation and record bank profits highlight resilience, but structural challenges remain
Archive for February 16, 2026
Central Asia Banks to Remain Resilient in 2026 Despite Risks, S&P
Strong lending growth and solid profitability expected to support regional banking sector, with rising competition and digital risks ahead
Calls Grow to Investigate Former Royal’s Trade Envoy Role over Epstein Links
Pressure mounts for police review after reports of confidential briefings shared with Jeffrey Epstein
Richard Hammond’s Daughter Unharmed after Formula E Crash
Izzy Hammond unharmed after high-speed impact during influencer event in Saudi Arabia
Hamilton Impresses in Ferrari Debut as F1 Testing Delivers Mixed Signals
Strong Bahrain showing boosts Ferrari hopes while Mercedes pace remains uncertain and rivals assess early form
Ultra-Orthodox Jews Protest Military Draft Near Jerusalem
Haredi demonstrators block roads as tensions rise over mandatory conscription following court ruling
ByteDance to Tighten Controls on AI Video Tool after Hollywood Backlash
TikTok owner pledges stronger protections for Seedance 2.0 following Hollywood backlash over AI-generated characters
UK Faces Compensation Payouts after Court Rules Migrant Phone Seizures Unlawful
Dozens of Channel migrants receive payouts after High Court finds Home Office policy breached privacy rights
Poland Should Consider Nuclear Weapons to Counter Russia, President Says
Karol Nawrocki says Poland should consider joining a “nuclear project” as Europe weighs stronger deterrence strategies
Uzbekistan, Taliban Delegations Discuss Strategic Objectives in Kabul
Delegations discuss research collaboration and future initiatives as Tashkent maintains engagement with Afghanistan’s de facto authorities
Uzbekistan, Afghanistan Discuss Expanding Strategic Cooperation
Officials in Kabul discuss joint initiatives to strengthen bilateral ties and turn long-term goals into practical projects