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Op-Ed. They don’t need your charity, give them their rights!
In Uzbekistan, the International Day of People with Disabilities has turned into another charity feast. Is this how this day should be celebrated? Dilmurad Yusupov studied how 3 December was held and covered by the Uzbek media, and asked the opinion of disabled activists.
Op-ed by Foreign Minister of Czechia: “We have everything it takes to make the most of our partnership”
Foreign Minister of Czechia Jan Lipavsky, in an op-ed prior to his visit to Tashkent, highlighted the long-standing ties between his country and Uzbekistan, urging stronger cooperation in transportation and energy to enhance their partnership.
Building climate resilience: power of effective communication and community preparedness
Advanced technologies have transformed early warning systems, but it is the human element — education, awareness and culture of preparedness — that is the foundation of true resilience, Akiko Fujii, UNDP resident representative, writes in her op-ed on International Day for Disaster Risk Reduction.
Op-Ed: From legislation to action. A call for Uzbekistan to make national pledge that operationalizes law on protection of children from violence
The upcoming Global Conference on Ending Violence Against Children presents an ideal moment to reinforce Uzbekistan’s national commitment in this area and to turn progressive laws into realities. An op-ed by Antonia Luedeke, chief of Child Protection at UNICEF Uzbekistan.
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.
Op-ed: End stigma to end AIDS — once and for all
The biggest and most stubborn barrier to ending AIDS is not medical. It’s the persistent HIV-related stigma and discrimination and criminalization of HIV transmission and behaviours, writes Dr Hans Henri P. Kluge, WHO Regional Director for Europe Central Asia.
Op-Ed. From bureaucracy to business: Reforming licensing system in Uzbekistan
If the licensing system is not developed properly, it becomes a serious obstacle to doing and developing business in the country. International expert on public services delivery reform, Giorgi Tskhakaia, writes about the right way to reform.
Op-Ed by David Cameron: “There are huge opportunities before us. We must seize them, together”
Lord David Cameron, UK’s Secretary of State for Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Affairs, in an Op-Ed prior to his visit to Uzbekistan, writes about the three priority areas that would take relations to a new level.
“I reevaluated my feelings towards homeland.” Singer Laylo on her new song “Home”
Tashkent singer Laylo Rikhsiyeva (Laylo) released a music video titled “Home” on environmental issues in Uzbekistan. The video quickly went viral online. In an interview with Gazeta.uz, Laylo discussed the song’s creation, meaning in the video footage and her relation to the composer Yunus Rajabi.
Interview: Russia’s war against Ukraine — effect on migrants
Despite Russia’s war against Ukraine, no significant exodus of Central Asian migrants from Russia has been noticed. The reasons, risks and strategies for protecting citizens are discussed in an interview with Zeynal Hajiyev, head of the International Organization for Migration in Central Asia.
Exploring musical DNA: “To create something that was not there before.” Video interview with Lola Astanova
Pianist Lola Astanova shared her thoughts on social media popularity, success of Uzbeks abroad and desire to experiment with Uzbek national rhythms. “No matter how much we love classics, they’ve all been played,” she shared on the decision to create her own music in an interview with Gazeta.uz.
Early years: Uzbekistan’s foundation for human capital
Tsitsi Singizi, chief of communication in UNICEF Uzbekistan, in her column for Gazeta.uz writes how a preschool centre in a remote village in Namangan region helps ensure equal access to preschool education.
Meeting climate goals with energy efficiency and renewable energy
Fossil fuels are a dead end for our planet, for humanity, and for economies. In her column for International Mother Earth Day, UNDP Resident Representative Matilda Dimovska writes about UNDP-supported green technology best practices in Uzbekistan.
OSCE ambassadors on strengthening security in Central Asia
Ambassadors to the OSCE representing France, Germany, the United Kingdom and the United States, who recently visited Uzbekistan and other countries of Central Asia, reflect on promoting the concept of comprehensive security in the region.
A transformative moment amid extraordinary uncertainty in the Caucasus and Central Asia
The Caucasus and Central Asia have weathered the pandemic crisis well. The initial spillovers from war in Ukraine have so far been contained. Still, uncertain outlook and challenges ahead call for audacious measures, writes Jihad Azour, IMF’s Director of the Middle East and Central Asia Department.
To withstand global shocks, Uzbekistan needs to continue reforms and build an inclusive market economy
In her column for Gazeta.uz, Anna Bjerde, World Bank Vice President for Europe and Central Asia, writes about concerted and sustained momentum on reforms that is needed to meet Uzbekistan government’s goals of reducing poverty by half by 2026 and reaching upper-middle-income status by 2030.
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