Tashkent named among Asia’s top travel destinations for 2026
Tashkent, the capital of Uzbekistan and Central Asia’s largest city, has been included in the list of “The Best Places to Go in Asia
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Study unveils genetic changes caused by kinship marriages in Uzbekistan
For the first time in the history of Uzbekistan, a study was conducted on the complete reading and analysis of human genes, the
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Afghanistan approves plan to replace poppy cultivation
The Ministry of Agriculture, Irrigation, and Livestock of the Islamic Emirate of Afghanistan has announced the approval of a five-year alternative livelihood plan
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Kazakhstan and Belarus to expand trade and economic cooperation
On November 5, Prime Minister of Kazakhstan Olzhas Bektenov and Prime Minister of Belarus Alexander Turchin, who was on an official visit to
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10th European Film Festival will take place in Uzbekistan
From 7 to 9 November in Tashkent and on 12 November in Termez, the 10th European Film Festival will take place—an event that
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Kazakhstan gathers record harvest of grain and other agricultural crops
At a government meeting on November 4, Minister of Agriculture Aidarbek Saparov reported on the results of the 2025 harvesting campaign. “This year
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Uzbekistan president puts forward initiatives on strengthening global social equity
On November 4, President of Uzbekistan Shavkat Mirziyoyev took part in the second World Summit for Social Development, held in Doha. The forum
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EDB supports Tajikistan in digital transformation and artificial intelligence
The Ministry of Industry and New Technologies of Tajikistan and the Eurasian Development Bank’s (EDB) Fund for Digital Initiatives have signed a memorandum of cooperation
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Uzbekistan introduces visa-free entry for U.S. citizens
Starting January 1, 2026, citizens of the United States of America will be able to enter Uzbekistan without a visa for a period
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Škoda Group to partner with Uzbekistan in transport modernization
Czech manufacturer Škoda Group has announced plans to enter the Uzbek market through a joint venture. According to the company’s press service, Škoda Group continues
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Women in Water and Energy: How Central Asia is moving toward a green future
In early November, Bishkek hosted a political dialogue titled “Women in Water and Energy,” bringing together female leaders and experts from five Central
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Development Bank of Kazakhstan launches $1 billion program to support rare earth projects
Development Bank of Kazakhstan JSC announced the launch of a $1 billion program for financing projects for the extraction and processing of rare,
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Finnish company to help establish waste recycling center in Uzbekistan
As part of the official visit of the President of Finland, Alexander Stubb, to Uzbekistan, the Uzbekistan–Finland Business Forum was held in Tashkent.
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Uzbekistan and Finland expand multifaceted cooperation
The President of Finland Alexander Stubb paid an official visit to Uzbekistan on October 31. The President of Uzbekistan Shavkat Mirziyoyev and Alexander
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Hand-in-Hand: How FAO showcases sustainable solutions in Tajikistan
The beginning of November marked a moment of unity, inspiration, and tangible results for the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO)
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PM: Kazakhstan remains open and predictable country for long-term investments
“Kazakhstan remains an open and predictable country for long-term investments. Building a relationship of trust with investors is an integral part of our
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Uzbekistan: New shelter for survivors of gender-based violence opens in Fergana
A new shelter for survivors of gender-based violence (GBV) was opened on October 31 in Fergana, marking a significant step in expanding protection
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Uzbekistan president puts forward initiatives on expanding cooperation within UNESCO framework
On October 30, the President of Uzbekistan Shavkat Mirziyoyev took part in the opening ceremony of the 43rd session of the General Conference
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Kazakh-Afghan Business Forum strengthens trade and economic ties
The Kazakh-Afghan Business Forum took place in Shymkent this week, where 15 documents worth a total of $303 million were signed. The forum
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New business school opens in Bishkek with Russian support
The Central Asia Higher School of Business, a joint project of the Central Asia Capital investment fund and the Russian Presidential Academy of
