President Mirziyoyev: 'After Asian Games, Olympic city has to serve people, not stay empty'
President Mirziyoyev visited the construction site of the Olympic city to host 4th Asian Youth Games-2025. It will accommodate the Ministry of Sports, sports federations and other agencies. “The complexes should not be empty after the Asian Games, but should serve our people,” said the president.
President Mirziyoyev: Uzbekistan aims to gain oil independence in 2−3 years
In Termez, President of Uzbekistan spoke about implementing major industrial projects in Surkhandarya. Uzbekistan’s oil independence is expected to be obtained in 2−3 years with the launch of the gas chemical complex in Baisun and the expansion of geological exploration.
Helicopter of the Ministry of Defense crashes in Kattakurgan. All crew members died.
A Mi-8 helicopter under the command of Uzbekistan Air and Air Defence Forces crashed during a training flight at the Kattakurgan training area. The entire crew passed away.
President Mirziyoyev: 'It is imperative to instill the idea that water is not free'
President Shavkat Mirziyoyev spoke about the water issue in Uzbekistan during his visit to Surkhandarya. He urged the need to instill the idea that water is not free and then turn this idea into a rule of daily life.
U.S. and Central Asian countries launch B5+1 business platform
The U.S. and Central Asian countries are launching a public-private dialogue business platform — Business 5+1 — to strengthen the region’s economic cooperation with American companies.
Uzbekistani deputies respond to remarks by Deputy Head of Russia’s State Duma on migrants and Russian speaking schools
The deputy head of Russia’s State Duma, Pyotr Tolstoy, suggested restricting employment in Russia of citizens from countries where Russian is a non-state-language, and building Russian-language schools in Uzbekistan using migrants' money. Uzbek deputies Bobur Bekmurodov and Alisher Kadirov retorted.
Tashkent region khokim allocates 1.3 billion soums to buy cars for his deputies
Khokim of Tashkent Region Zoyir Mirzayev allocated 1.3 billion soums to purchase cars for his deputies and khokim of Yukorichirchik district. The necessity to replace the cars explained as “exceeded service life of five years,” which contradicts the procurement rules.
Former head of UNICEF in Uzbekistan: about 200 children and women are still in Syria and wait for repatriation
Munir Mammadzade, former Representative of UNICEF to Uzbekistan, said that about 200 children and women from Uzbekistan remain in Syrian camps waiting to be repatriated. He noted the importance of social workers in the reintegration process of people who returned under past Mehr operations.
'Courage and Empathy': exhibition of 1930s documentary photographs opens in Tashkent
Bonum Factum Gallery opened the exhibition “Courage and Empathy” about human freedom and equality. The exposition features documentary photographs by Swiss traveler Ella Maillart, who visited Central Asia in 1932, Uzbek photographers of the early 20th century, and works by contemporary artists.
Uzbekistan to participate in COP28 in Dubai
A delegation from Uzbekistan will take part in the UN Climate Change Conference, where it will present initiatives to combat climate change at the national, regional and global levels. The forum will be held on December 1−2 in Dubai within the framework of COP28.
Women’s team of Uzbekistan wins 2 silver medals at Asian Half Marathon Championship 2023 in Dubai
As the Asian Half Marathon Championships in Dubai (UAE) is complete, Uzbekistani athletes return home with two silver medals in individual and team events.
Uzbekistan and Italy sign partnership agreements
Uzbekistan and Italy signed cooperation agreements in education, science, technology and innovation, and sports.
Uzbekistan and Italy to hold first roundtable discussion on strategic dialogue in 2024
The presidents of Uzbekistan and Italy held negotiations. Heads of states introduced proposals on developing a trade facilitation program, establishing a Forum of Regions of the two countries and holding its first meeting in Samarkand next year, as well as organizing a joint educational forum.
U.S. reaffirms its support of Uzbekistan’s accession at WTO
The U.S. once again stated its support for Uzbekistan’s intention to become a member of the WTO, and welcomed the ongoing economic reforms. The countries intend to continue increasing and diversifying trade and investment.
UzTransGaz: Uzbekistan’s underground gas reservoirs are 98% full
In preparation for the fall-winter period, Uzbekistan’s UGSS Gazli and Khojaabad are 98% full. Gas extraction from them has not yet started due to warm weather. Energy Minister has earlier noted that extraction capacity will be increased from 18−20 million to 30 million cubic meters.
Samarkand will host 2023 FIDE World Rapid and Blitz Championships
For the first time, Samarkand will host the World Rapid & Blitz Championships. From December 26 to 30, the world’s best chess players will compete for the title of world champions in rapid and blitz. FIDE head Arkady Dvorkovich commented on the choice of Uzbekistan as the venue.
Abdulaziz Kamilov receives Japanese Imperial Order of Japan
Emperor Naruhito of Japan handed the former Minister of Foreign Affairs of Uzbekistan Abdulaziz Kamilov one of the highest awards of Japan: the Order of the Rising Sun.
Energy Minister claims Uzbekistan has no long-term plans on 'giving up on gas'
Despite plans to increase the share of solar, wind and hydropower in electricity generation, Uzbekistan “will not give up gas,” Minister of Energy Jurabek Mirzamakhmudov declared. He said the country is aiming to almost double gas-fueled power generation.
'Two states for two peoples' — President of Uzbekistan on Israel-Gaza conflict
At the OTS summit, the President of Uzbekistan shared his views on the conflict between Israel and Palestine. “We call on the parties to immediately halt hostilities, cease fire and proceed with a truce,” said Shavkat Mirziyoyev. He took the side of the ‘two-state solution'.
Uzbek chess players among top 15 at 2023 FIDE Grand Swiss
Over 100 of the world’s strongest chess players, including representatives of Uzbekistan, competed in the 2023 FIDE Grand Swiss. The Uzbek team significantly improved their results and entered the top 15, aiming to qualify for the Candidates Tournament. Sindarov surpassed the rating of 2700.
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