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Uzbekistan’s permanent population reaches 37 million
Permanent population of Uzbekistan surpassed 37 million on April 22. Since the beginning of the year, the figure has grown by over 200,000 people, with an increase of more than 36,700 just in the ongoing month of April.
English Speaking Nation program trains 18,000 English teachers in Uzbekistan
A four-year English Speaking Nation program, supported by the United States, concluded in Uzbekistan. More than 18,000 English teachers nationwide participated in the initiative.
Children left without parental care in Russia repatriated to Uzbekistan
17 Uzbekistani minors, deprived of parental care and in need of assistance, have been returned from Russia to Uzbekistan.
Almost 4,800 convicted for domestic violence, sexual harassment in Uzbekistan in first quarter
In the initial quarter of the current year, 4,477 individuals faced administrative and criminal charges under domestic violence statutes in Uzbekistan. Among them, 318 were convicted of sexual harassment, while 40 were found guilty of disseminating intimate information.
Photos: Morning namaz on Ramadan Hayit in Tashkent
Mosques in Uzbekistan held morning prayers marking the conclusion of Ramadan. This year’s namaz was conducted under heightened security measures. Photo report from Khoja Ahrar Vali and Minor mosques in Tashkent.
President congratulates people of Uzbekistan on Ramadan Hayit
President Shavkat Mirziyoyev, in his Ramadan Hayit (Eid al-Fitr) message to the people of Uzbekistan, emphasized the importance of preserving “peace and tranquility, to fortify out unity and bring our reforms to a new level to serve the interests of the people” amidst ongoing global tensions.
Uzbekistan labor migrants to access subsidies and assistance abroad
In Uzbekistan, labor migrants are expected to be compensated for professional and language certificate expenses and assisted in times of difficulty abroad. Upon return, they’ll receive employment support, with subsidies available for their employers.
President visits cyber sports arena in Jizzakh, meets with youth
President of Uzbekistan met with the youth at the newly opened cyber sports arena in Jizzakh, launched last December at a cost of 30 billion soums. The arena is capable of hosting international competitions in boxing, wrestling, basketball, table tennis, chess, and other sports.
Uzbekistan, Azerbaijan, Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan and Tajikistan to hold joint military exercises
Four Central Asian countries and Azerbaijan expect to hold large-scale joint military exercises on the territory of Kazakhstan in July.
Tourist street opens in Gulbozor mahalla in Tashkent
President of Uzbekistan visited Gulbozor mahalla in the historic district of Tashkent, where a dedicated tourist street has been established. The street may evolve into a 24/7 destination and will be integrated into the “tourist circle” under development in the Shaykhontokhur district.
Free car eco-stickers, eco-zone entry fines and compensation: Uzbekistan’s new regulations
Eco-stickers for transportation is expected to be required across Uzbekistan, starting from June 1. Most vehicles are to receive free stickers, with new cars and electric vehicles getting green stickers. Compensations and fines are anticipated to regulate entry into eco-zones.
Uzbekistan’s Catholic community celebrates Easter. Photos
On Sunday night, Catholics in Uzbekistan celebrated Easter, the main Christian holiday, which this year falls five weeks ahead of Orthodox Easter. Gazeta.uz presents a photo report capturing the Easter Vigil held at the Sacred Heart of Jesus Cathedral, the Roman Catholic Church in Tashkent.
Study shows 7.8 percentage points drop in child poverty across Uzbekistan in three years
The child poverty rate in Uzbekistan has decreased by 7.8 percentage points from 21.5% in 2021 to 13.7% in 2023. The lowest child poverty rates are in Navoi region and Tashkent city, while relatively high child poverty rates are found in Syrdarya and Jizzakh regions.
Culinary virtue. How traditional dish sumalak is prepared in a village in Uzbekistan. Photo story by Kholida Musulmon
For spring holiday Navruz, families across Uzbekistan gather to prepare sumalak, a traditional dish. Stirring the mixture, they dream of their children’s education, availability of gas at home, and peace in their homeland. Kholida Musulmon captures this tradition in her photo story for Gazeta.uz.
Tashkent law enforcement agencies heighten security measures in public areas (photo)
National Guard, Tashkent Main Department of Internal Affairs and other law enforcement agencies heightened security measures in shopping centers, parks, markets and other public places.
Car-Free Day to be held in Tashkent on March 29
Ecology Ministry announced a Car-Free-Day in Tashkent on Friday, March 29. Earlier, a presidential decree instructed all government employees, including heads of state bodies, to commute to work using public transportation on this day.
Over 160 Uzbekistan citizens denied entry to Turkey, 54 face entry ban, says Agency for External Labor Migration
Agency for External Labor Migration reported on increased security measures at Istanbul airport, primarily targeting foreigners aged 20−35, and issued warnings to Uzbekistan citizens about inspections. In January-February, 163 local citizens were denied entry to Turkey, with 54 having previous bans.
Uzbekistan asks citizens in Russia to avoid unnecessary visits to crowded areas
Agency for External Labor Migration has recommended Uzbekistan citizens residing in Russia to constantly carry their documents with them and to avoid unnecessary visits to crowded places. The agency noted there is no urgent need to return home.
Mosaics on buildings in Uzbekistan recognized as cultural heritage, but not universally
Government of Uzbekistan included about 160 mosaic panels on buildings in Tashkent and other cities and districts to the national list of tangible cultural heritage. Many of these mosaics have been destroyed or painted in the previous years, some are obscured by advertising banners.
President of Uzbekistan attends iftar in Namangan (photo, video)
Shavkat Mirziyoyev attended iftar in Namangan. In his address, the president wished for global peace and stability, and for Uzbekistan to steadfastly follow “the right path predetermined by our faith” and embracing modernity alongside. Photos and video attached.
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