Uzbekistan

June 30, 2026

Margarita Baskakova

Central Asia eyes $5bn AI export market as digital ambitions accelerate

Governments across the region are investing in AI, cloud computing and digital infrastructure to position Central Asia as a competitive global technology hub by 2030

June 30, 2026

Tim James

Uzbekistan Considers Social Media Restrictions for Children Under 16

The proposal aims to protect children from harmful online content, cyberbullying and excessive screen time while promoting safer digital habits

June 30, 2026

Temur Djanzakov

Uzbekistan Tourism Brand Gains More Than 1 Bn Views During World Cup 2026

Total audience engagement exceeded 52 mln interactions

June 30, 2026

Vadim Erzikov

Uzbekistan Achieves Record Efficiency with $4.68 Mln National Census

The total expenditure equated to a mere 12 cents per person

June 30, 2026

Nigora Umarova Vadim Erzikov

2026 Census Results: Uzbekistan’s Population Reaches 39 Mln

Urbanisation continues to be a defining trend in modern Uzbekistan

June 28, 2026

Tim James

Cannavaro Calls World Cup ‘Brutal’ After Uzbekistan’s Historic Campaign Ends

June 28, 2026

Tim James

Uzbekistan’s World Cup Dream Ends After DR Congo Comeback

June 27, 2026

Nigora Umarova

US pledges no additional tariffs on Uzbek exports as trade ties deepen

Diplomatic teams are currently working to finalise the specifics of these discussions

June 27, 2026

Nigora Umarova

Uzbekistan Lowers Preventable Maternal Mortality Rate to 62.8%

The initiative received $43.5 mln in financial backing

June 27, 2026

Nigora Umarova

Kazakhstan and Uzbekistan to Introduce 24/7 Border Checkpoints

The streamlined process is also expected to greatly facilitate international transit

June 27, 2026

Nigora Umarova

Uzbekistan Deploys AI Platform to Halve Shadow Economy by 2030

The AI-driven system is designed to automatically flag potential corporate violations

June 26, 2026

Margarita Baskakova

Sinopec Joins $6.1Bn Sustainable Aviation Fuel Project in Uzbekistan

The project could position Uzbekistan as a regional hub for green fuel production and low-carbon aviation solutions

June 26, 2026

Margarita Baskakova

EU-UNDP Project Supports Afghan Citizens in Uzbekistan’s Surkhandarya

The initiative helped Afghan women and youth gain practical skills while strengthening Uzbekistan’s role in regional cooperation

June 26, 2026

Margarita Baskakova

Golden Globes Ceremony to Be Held in Uzbekistan

The event is expected to bring international film and television figures to Uzbekistan and boost the country’s creative industries

June 26, 2026

Tim James

Uzbekistan’s World Cup Debut Reflects Central Asia’s Growing Confidence and Stability

Analysts say the White Wolves’ qualification showcases Uzbekistan’s sporting progress and highlights broader political and economic transformation across the region

June 26, 2026

Tim James

DR Congo and Uzbekistan Face High-Stakes World Cup Clash

DR Congo are slight favourites, but Uzbekistan will look to recover from heavy defeats and keep their World Cup hopes alive

June 26, 2026

Mukhammadjon Abdullaev

Investors Express Interest in Corporate Bonds

Nikita Gulyaev, CFO of Uzum, on the country's capital market

June 26, 2026

Elena Kim

Uzbekistan to Slash Tariffs on U.S. Goods in Major Trade Boost

The partnership extends beyond basic import and export agreements

June 26, 2026

Nigora Umarova

Uzbekistan Approves New Regulatory Framework for REPO Transactions

The REPO operations will be conducted in two distinct stages

June 25, 2026

Svyatoslav Polyakov

How Uzbekistan and Other Central Asian Countries Are Viewed Around the World

New international survey data show that Uzbekistan and other Central Asian nations enjoy broadly positive reputations abroad, with Kazakhstan and Uzbekistan leading the region

June 25, 2026

How Product Labelling Is Bringing Uzbekistan’s Economy Out of the Shadows

June 25, 2026

Nigora Umarova

Uzbek Bank Deposits Surge by 33% as Internal Financing Strengthens

Central Bank also reported healthy overall capital expansion

June 25, 2026

Nigora Umarova

Uzbekistan’s Construction Sector Secures $12 Bn Over 10 Years

The government plans to double residential construction volumes

June 25, 2026

Alexander Ten

Uzbekistan Denies EU Talks on Hosting Deportation Centres for Migrants

The governments of France and Spain have also openly opposed the initiative