Uzbekistan Business Confidence Rises Sharply in January 2026
The improvement was driven by better assessments of current conditions
Uzbekistan
Uzbekistan to Host International Lazgi Dance Festival 2026 in Historic Khiva
Global performers to gather in historic Khiva for a celebration of traditional Uzbek dance and international cultural exchange
Traxys Announces $1 Bn Investment Plan in Uzbekistan’s Critical Minerals Sector
Proposed tungsten and molybdenum projects signal growing Western interest in Uzbekistan’s resource potential
Uzbekistan Prepares Expanded Participation in SPIEF 2026
Tashkent prepares a larger delegation for the St. Petersburg International Economic Forum amid growing economic ties with Russia
Kazakhstan and Uzbekistan Signal Support for Gaza Reconstruction at Peace Summit
Central Asian nations signal humanitarian commitments while seeking stronger ties with Washington
Uzbekistan Strengthens Crypto Mining Rules as Regulatory Framework Evolves
New mining regulations and compliance requirements highlight Uzbekistan’s structured approach to cryptocurrency oversight
Uzbekistan Detains Officials in Anti-Corruption Crackdown
Two local officials detained in Surkhandarya and Namangan regions on bribery and fraud charges tied to land allocation schemes
Mazandaran Exports Handicrafts to Uzbekistan and Germany
A $250,000 shipment of traditional wooden handicrafts marks the first phase of Mazandaran’s efforts to expand exports to international markets
Uzbekistan and Tajikistan Set $2 bn Bilateral Trade Target
Leaders aim to deepen economic cooperation as trade between the neighbours continues to grow
Uzbekistan’s AMMC Considers London Bond Debut Amid UK Cooperation Talks
Mining giant explores potential bond placement as Uzbekistan deepens financial cooperation with the UK
“I Wouldn’t Refuse a Rematch with Crawford”: Israil Madrimov on Fights, recovery and goals
Uzbek boxer discusses recovery, future title plans, and potential rematch following his return victory in Las Vegas
Uzbekistan Airways Expands Cargo Delivery Options to Pakistan
Expanded flights between Tashkent and Lahore aim to improve logistics and support rising bilateral trade
Uzbekistan, U.S. Launch Project to Develop Nationwide Fuel Station Network
Joint initiative aims to build up to 100 gas stations and modernize roadside infrastructure across Uzbekistan
Uzbekistan, U.S. Agree to Launch Joint Investment Platform
New initiative aims to boost infrastructure financing, energy projects, and technology cooperation between Tashkent and Washington
Uzbekistan, Qatar Discuss Expanding Economic Cooperation
Talks in Doha focus on joint projects, investment ties, and deeper bilateral partnership between Tashkent and Doha
Uzbekistan and UK Sign Memorandum to Boost Trade and Business Ties
New agreement focuses on joint projects, Islamic tourism, and business cooperation as bilateral trade continues to grow
Uzbekistan Unveils SAHRO VM-1 Jet Target Drone at World Defense Show
New 45 kg turbojet aerial target highlights Tashkent’s growing ambitions in military UAV production and air-defense training technologies
Uzbekistan Bets on Critical Minerals as U.S. Partnership Deepens
New U.S. partnership could unlock investment in rare earths and lithium — but puts Tashkent at the center of geopolitical competition
WHO Launches Childhood Cancer Mission in Uzbekistan
WHO Europe and international partners aim to strengthen diagnosis, treatment, and paediatric oncology systems in Tashkent
Azerbaijan Signals New Phase of Cooperation with Central Asia
Experts say Baku’s participation in the C6 format could deepen integration across the Caspian region and strengthen strategic dialogue
Uzbek Tourist Flow to Egypt Surges Amid Growing Travel Demand
Rising flights, easier visas, and interest in historic landmarks and Red Sea resorts drive growing travel between Uzbekistan and Egypt
Ramadan Begins in Saudi Arabia, Several Countries as Pakistan Awaits Moon Sighting
Muslims in several regions start fasting while others await official moon announcements due to varying lunar observations
Kazakhstan and Uzbekistan Plan to Boost Rail Freight Volumes to 60 Mln Tons
Transport ministers agree on infrastructure upgrades and expanded train traffic to strengthen trade and transit links across Central Asia
Uzbekistan to Launch First National 6U Scientific Satellite by 2028
Tashkent prepares engineering teams and astronaut training while exploring hosting the International Astronautical Congress in Samarkand