HKUST and Uzbekistan’s El-Yurt Umidi Foundation Launch Education Partnership
The partnership will provide scholarships, executive education and technology-focused training for Uzbek students and specialists
Margarita Baskakova
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Central Asia Named World’s Fastest-Growing Startup Ecosystem Region
Uzbekistan and Kazakhstan are leading a rapid surge in innovation, venture investment and startup activity across Central Asia
Uzbekistan Completes Historic Dual IPO in London and Tashkent
The landmark UzNIF listing is being viewed as a major step in Uzbekistan’s economic reforms and efforts to attract global investors
Uzbekistan’s First London IPO Expected to Spark Wave of Future Global Listings
Officials and analysts say the strong performance of the UzNIF listing may accelerate privatization, attract foreign investment and shape the future of Uzbekistan’s financial sector
Tashkent Hosts Global Tech Weekend to Attract Startups and Investors
The international event highlighted Uzbekistan’s ambitions to become a leading innovation and startup hub in Central Asia
UzNIF IPO Marks Historic Milestone for Uzbekistan’s Capital Markets
The dual listing of UzNIF became Uzbekistan’s first international equity offering and one of the biggest IPOs in London in 2026
Ronda Rousey Defeats Gina Carano in 17 Seconds During MMA Comeback
Rousey made a dominant return to the cage after nearly a decade away, defeating fellow MMA pioneer Gina Carano with a first-round armbar submission
London Politica Analyst Says BP’s Return to Uzbekistan Sends Strong Signal to Global Investors
The $2 bn project involving BP, SOCAR and Uzbekneftegaz could strengthen Uzbekistan’s investment image and attract more Western energy companies
Uzbekistan’s Business Climate Improves Across Key Sectors, CERR Says
The British energy giant returns to Uzbekistan’s upstream sector after previously scaling back exploration under its former green energy strategy