Archive
New ambassador of Uzbekistan arrives in South Korea
Alisher Abdusalomov, former head of the secretariat of the Senate chairperson, has been appointed as ambassador of Uzbekistan to South Korea. Previous ambassador Vitaly Fen passed away in June.
New ambassador of Israel to Uzbekistan appointed
Foreign minister of Uzbekistan Bakhtiyor Saidov received the new ambassador of Israel Gideon Lustig. He wished the diplomat productive tenure in the country. The minister also called for the “earliest stabilization of the situation in the Middle East”.
Head of Uzbekistan Academy of Sciences Behzod Yuldashev passes away
President of the Academy of Sciences of Uzbekistan Behzod Yuldashev passed away at the age of 79.
Uzbekistan to open polling stations for parliamentary election in 39 countries
Polling stations for the October parliamentary elections in Uzbekistan will operate in 39 countries. Seven stations will open in Russia, three each in Kazakhstan and China, two each in seven countries, and one station in 29 countries.
ADB launches new 5-year partnership strategy for Uzbekistan
The Asian Development Bank launched a new country partnership strategy for Uzbekistan covering 2024−2028 that will support the country’s reforms to transform into a green and inclusive economy.
Op-ed: Embracing youthful energy and opportunity in Uzbekistan
Uzbekistan has tremendous opportunities for development with its young and energetic population. But they are unevenly spread, and some are left behind. Now it is time to unleash young talents' creativity and energy, Akiko Fujii, UNDP resident representative in Uzbekistan, writes in her op-ed.
Uzbekistan to host 4th World Conference on Creative Economy
The 4th World Conference on Creative Economy will be held in Tashkent on 2−4 October. The event, titled “Inclusive creativity: a shifted reality”, will feature a ministerial meeting, an exhibition and other events.
UzA, Uzbekistan National News Agency, introduces virtual anchor (video)
Uzbekistan’s main state news agency UzA introduced a virtual news anchor named Sobira Kholdorova who will read news in nine languages. Journalist Dildora Abdukhalilova was used as a prototype.
Presidents of Uzbekistan and Azerbaijan sign Treaty on allied relations
Presidents of Uzbekistan and Azerbaijan held the first meeting of the Supreme interstate council and signed a Treaty on allied relations in Tashkent.
Yurt in Karakalpakstan listed in Guinness Book of world records
The yurt in Nukus was included in the Guinness Book of worlds records as the largest non-collapsible yurt in the world. The diameter of the structure is 40.5 meters.
Diyora Keldiyorova becomes сommissioner for сombating gender inequality and violence against children
Judo Olympic champion Diyora Keldiyorova was appointed as social commissioner to combat gender inequality and violence against children of the National agency for social protection.
Drivers with suspended licenses cause 707 crashes, 212 deaths in 2023. Senate calls for stricter penalties
Drivers with suspended licenses in Uzbekistan caused 707 traffic accidents in 2023, resulting in 212 fatalities and 546 injuries. Head of the Senate’s Defense and security committee, meeting new chief of the traffic police, called for stricter penalties and control.
Air Products (US) buys hydrogen production assets of Fergana Oil Refinery
US-based hydrogen supplier Air Products and Uzbekistan largest private oil and gas company Saneg announced a $140 million deal to acquire Saneg’s hydrogen production assets at Fergana Oil Refinery.
All five parties of Uzbekistan approved for participation in parliamentary elections
All five political parties in Uzbekistan received permission from the Central election commission to participate in the October elections of deputies to the Legislative chamber and local councils.
UN launches water safety and environmental education projects in Karakalpakstan
The UN has launched two projects in Karakalpakstan, supported by Multi-partner human security trust fund for the Aral Sea region. The UNICEF project aims to improve access to safe water, while the joint UNDP and FAO project focuses to provide local residents with skills to solve eco-problems.
President of Azerbaijan Ilham Aliyev to visit Uzbekistan
President of Azerbaijan Ilham Aliyev will pay a state visit to Uzbekistan on 22−23 August. The presidents of the two countries will hold the first meeting of the Supreme interstate council.
“If you love your children, put them in the safe car seat” — US ambassador
Gazeta.uz asked the US ambassador to Uzbekistan Jonathan Henick to share his opinion on what the government should do to reduce the high number of traffic accidents. “The first and most important thing is to wear seatbelts. We manufacture automobiles with seatbelts for a reason,” he said.
New mobile operator to be launched in Uzbekistan
A new mobile operator will appear in Uzbekistan, among possible partners is British Vodafone, entrepreneur Farhod Mamatjanov said. The company will deploy a 5G Standalone network. The investment volume is estimated at 250 million euros, the launch is expected in early 2025.
Uzbekistan takes measures to prevent spread of mpox
Urgent measures are being implemented in Uzbekistan to detect and prevent the spread of mpox, Sanitary committee said. Infectious disease hospitals have prepared beds and stockpiled medicines, border and airport controls have been strengthened.
“Our future is equal rules of the game.” President on the need to join WTO
Uzbekistan’s joining the WTO is a well-thought and far-sighted choice, and an integral part of reforms, the president said. The country’s economy needed protection “to some extent” in the past, but continuing down this path means limiting the country’s opportunities, he told businessmen in Nukus.
Sign up for additional features