USD Falls, EUR Rises on August 14
USD went down slightly
Uzbekistan
Pakhtakor-79: The tragedy that changed Uzbek football
The Pakhtakor tragedy — a dark chapter in Uzbek football
Bukhara Launches $1.7 Bn Projects to Boost Economy, Jobs and Exports
The President proposed attracting foreign investors to build a large retail and entertainment park.
Foreign-Backed Firms in Uzbekistan Top 16.6K as of August 2025
Most are fully foreign owned companies at over 12.5K
Jennifer Lopez Concert in Tashkent Brings Record $3.4 Mln to Uzbekistan’s Budget
A total of 115 organisations took part in the concert’s preparation
Melon Festival 2025 Took Place in Khorezm — Photo Report
This year attendance exceeded one million
Weather in Uzbekistan Cools Down Slightly
Daytime temperatures will range from 33°C to 38°C
Foreign Currencies Rate Against UZS Continues to Drop on August 13
EUR falls by 136 UZS
Uzbekistan Adopts Three-Year Water Management Program
President Shavkat Mirziyoyev approved these proposals at a presentation on 12 August
Uzbekistan Adopts Law Regulating Artificial Intelligence Use
Lawmakers believe the legislation will encourage the development of AI technologies
Uzbekistan Cuts Shadow Economy to 35%
Digital and innovative solutions were identified as the most effective tools
Uzbekistan Eases Rules for Issuing Bonds in National Currency by International Financial Institutions
New regulation allows IFIs to list bonds on Uzbekistan’s stock exchange
Anime Heroes, Flags and Pop Culture Icons Take Over Tashkent in Global Pixel Art Project
Viewers can spot Asuka and Rei from the anime series Evangelion
Uzbekistan to Cut Turnover Tax to 1% for Small Entrepreneurs and Self-Employed
A dedicated QR code for receiving electronic payments will become a mandatory requirement
Uzbekistan U19 Boxers Win 13 Medals to Top Asian Championship Standings in Thailand
The squad secured 7 gold, 3 silver and 3 bronze medals
Tashkent Faces Dusty Winds as Temperatures Soar Nationwide
Daytime temperatures will range from 35°C to 40°C, rising to 42°C in the south.
Foreign Currency Exchange Rates Against UZS Drop on August 12
GBP and CHF rates decreased significantly
Uzbekistan Updates Rules for Registering Importers of International Brand Goods
The wording in official documents has been updated
Tashkent to Begin $200 Mln Power System Upgrade
All work will be carried out in accordance with the city’s master plan
Uzbekistan Produces Over 1.1 Mln Tonnes of Fruit and Berries in H1 2025
This represents a 6.6% increase
Uzatom Explores Integration of Large Nuclear Power Plant into National Grid
Plans for a high-capacity nuclear plant in Uzbekistan were first announced in October 2024
Uzbekistan Cuts State Bank Share of Financial Sector Assets to 67%
The fund identified several strengths in Uzbekistan’s banking system
Dry and Sunny Weather Across Uzbekistan on August 11
In Tashkent, conditions will also remain dry with winds at 5–10 m/s.
Best Currency Exchange Rates on August 11
Several banks offer the best rates to exchange USD, EUR, GBP, CHF, JPY, or KZT into soums