Uzbekistan Plans “Green Ticket” Scheme to Offset Carbon Emissions
The system will enable users to calculate the carbon footprint of journeys
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ADB: Middle East Conflict Could Hit Asia Growth and Drive Up Inflation
Tourism and remittance flows may also be affected
Rosatom Plans Summer Launch Of NPP Construction In Uzbekistan
Initial groundwork began on March 24
Iran Says “Non-Hostile” Ships Can Pass Through Strait Of Hormuz
Vessels not involved in actions against Iran may pass safely
Uzbekistan Launches Construction Of Nuclear Power Plant With Rosatom
Preparations are currently focused on laying the foundation for the reactor building
China–Kyrgyzstan–Uzbekistan Railway Targeted For 2030 Launch
Construction of the railway began in 2023
Uzbekistan Nuclear Project To Become “Global Showcase”
The small-capacity plant represents the world’s first export contract of its kind
Iran Threatens Gulf Energy And Water Infrastructure After Trump Ultimatum
The intensifying conflict has sent shockwaves through global markets
Trump: Israel Will Not Attack Iran Again Unless Provoked
Trump said the United States did not have prior knowledge of Israel’s attack
Uzbekistan Delivers Food and Medical Aid to Iran
Officials from the Iranian side attended the handover ceremony
Uzbekistan Identifies Major Copper and Gold Reserves
The sites also hold reserves of other rare metals
World Bank Approves $10.6 Mln Grant to Repair Uzbekistan’s Gas Network
The initiative will also provide UTG with advanced equipment, training, and support
Trump Threatens Strike on Iran’s Kharg Island Oil Hub if Hormuz Remains Blocked
Trump also claimed Iran was unable to defend itself against U.S. strikes
Austrian Alpine Glaciers “Disintegrating” as Climate Change Accelerates
Researchers link the trend to unusually warm conditions
U.S. to Release 172 Mln Barrels of Oil From Strategic Reserve
Deliveries will begin next week
Macron Urges Europe to Replace Russian Uranium with Central Asian
Macron described nuclear energy as crucial for energy sovereignty
Uzbekistan Announces 35% Subsidies and Loans for Silk Cocoon Producers
Home-based workers will also be able to access interest-free loans
Oil Prices Drop 4% After Trump Predicts End to Middle East War
Brent crude futures fell $4.17
Oil Prices Jump Over 25% as Middle East Conflict Disrupts Supply
Traders are particularly concerned about the impact on the Strait of Hormuz
U.S. Grants India Temporary Waiver on Russian Oil Restrictions
The waiver applies only to crude that has already been loaded onto vessels
Global Oil Prices Jump as Iran Conflict Disrupts Gulf Shipping
European gas prices climbed up to 40%
Iran Threatens Ships as Strait of Hormuz Reportedly Closed
Roughly one fifth of the world’s oil consumption moves through the strait
Saudi Arabia’s Aramco Closes Ras Tanura Refinery Following Drone Attack
The drone strike comes amid a wave of assaults across the region
Oil Prices Jump as Middle East Conflict Shakes Global Markets
The surge followed continued military strikes by the United States and Israel on Iran