China Plans New Law Promoting Mandarin as Main Language Nationwide
Proposed legislation in China would expand the use of Mandarin in schools and public life, affecting ethnic minority languages
Archive for March 2026
Uzbekistan and Qatar Leaders Call for Diplomacy Amid Regional Tensions
Shavkat Mirziyoyev and Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani discussed regional tensions and called for dialogue and de-escalation
Spain Denies Allowing U.S. to Use Military Bases for Iran Operations
Spain’s foreign minister José Manuel Albares rejected White House claims that Madrid had agreed to support US military operations against Iran
Bank of England May Raise Interest Rates if Iran Conflict Drives Energy Prices Higher
Economists warn the Bank of England could reconsider planned rate cuts if oil and gas prices surge due to tensions involving Iran
Marjorie Taylor Greene Criticises Donald Trump over Iran Conflict
Republican congresswoman Marjorie Taylor Greene publicly rebuked Donald Trump after US military action against Iran and raised concerns about his leadership
Apple Launches $599 MacBook Neo in Push for Budget Laptop Market
Apple introduced the new MacBook Neo with an A18 Pro chip, targeting students and budget buyers with a starting price of $599
Warner Bros Developing Game of Thrones Prequel Film about Aegon’s Conquest
Manchester United’s Harry Maguire Given Suspended Prison Sentence by Greek Court
Beatrice and Eugenie May Face Reduced Role in Royal Events
The daughters of Prince Andrew could be absent from upcoming royal gatherings, including Easter in Windsor and Royal Ascot, as the monarchy seeks to distance itself from the Epstein controversy
Bridgerton Season 4 Hits 28 Mln Views on Netflix
Other popular shows included Season 3 of “The Night Agent” at No. 2
FIA WEC Delays Qatar 1812km Due to Middle East Conflict
The Lusail race will be rescheduled for the second half of 2026
Beeline Uzbekistan and Rakuten Symphony Agree on Open RAN and AI Cooperation
The agreement, signed at Mobile World Congress 2026 in Barcelona, outlines potential cooperation on Open RAN architecture, AI-driven network management and next-generation digital platforms to support Uzbekistan’s growing digital economy
Mojtaba Khamenei Emerges as Key Contender for Iran’s Supreme Leader
Iran appears close to selecting a new Supreme Leader
More Than 500 Uzbek Nationals Remain in Doha Hotels
Embassy staff have been visiting the citizens regularly
Uzbekistan Considers Life Sentences for Child Sexual Offenders
The proposals also call for stricter penalties for sexual harassment
Xiaomi Unveils Vision Gran Turismo Electric Hypercar
The hypercar is fully integrated with Xiaomi’s “Human x Car x Home” ecosystem
Uzbek Embassy Supports Family Following Death of 11-Year-Old in Qatar
The family was given full practical assistance
Global Oil Prices Jump as Iran Conflict Disrupts Gulf Shipping
European gas prices climbed up to 40%
Pakistan and Afghan Forces Clash Along Border, 42 Civilians Killed
Afghan police said earlier that anti-aircraft systems repelled the attack
Over 750,000 Tickets Sold in Presale for 2027 Rugby World Cup
The 2027 edition will be the first Rugby World Cup to feature 24 teams
Central Asia in 2026: Safe Haven or Illusion? Geopolitical Risk Insights from ex-Global Counsel analyst Alexander Smotrov
In an era of synchronised crises, sanctions fragmentation and rising geopolitical volatility, investors are rethinking what “stability” really means. London-based analyst Alexander Smotrov, former Director of Global Counsel, shares with Kursiv Uzbekistan his perspective on Central Asia, the Gulf and the new logic of capital allocation.
Cristiano Ronaldo’s £61 Mln Private Jet Leaves Saudi Arabia
Two drone attacks targeted the U.S. diplomatic headquarters in Riyadh
Global Air Passenger Demand Rises 3.8% in January, IATA Says
International travel drove the growth
Iran Death Toll Rises to 787 After U.S.-Israeli Strikes
Nine hospitals across the country were struck