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Uzbekistan’s new labour mobility model

With 2 million citizens abroad and €13.9 billion in remittances, Uzbekistan is expanding regulated labour migration, training workers for rising demand in Europe and Asia.

Silk Road Adventures

Uzbekistan’s Silk Road heritage

In partnership with Center for the Production of Content for Mass Media under the Administration of the President of the Republic of Uzbekistan

Once a crossroads of empires and ideas, Uzbekistan remains one of the best-preserved witnesses to the Silk Road’s influence on architecture, learning and spiritual life.

Eco-Innovation

Samarkand CITES summit showcases tech to save endangered species

Experts at the 20th CITES Conference reveal wildlife crime worth up to €22B annually, putting 40,000+ species at risk and boosting tech monitoring efforts.

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Central Asia and Azerbaijan: a shared cultural legacy for a shared future

Partner content presented by the Tourism Committee of the Republic of Uzbekistan

Culture is the memory of civilisation — a legacy that crosses borders, survives political change, and unites generations and nations.

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Economy

New investments push Trans-Caspian Corridor into its next phase

At the Tashkent Investors Forum, officials detailed new rail, port, and digital upgrades, stressing that coordinated reforms and harmonised border systems are essential for scaling the corridor.

Uzbekistan

Central Asia’s education boom takes center stage at Tashkent QS forum

Leaders from across Central Asia gathered to discuss progress in universities, highlight new partnerships and explore how strengthened cooperation can improve academic quality and research opportunities.

Travel News

Reviving the Silk Road: Central Asia tourism surges

The 30th Tashkent International Tourism Fair highlights Silk Road tourism growth, driven by flights, multi-country routes, local crafts, and AI planning tools.

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Inside Uzbekistan’s drive to reclaim its heritage

Partner content presented by the Tourism Committee of the Republic of Uzbekistan

In central Tashkent, a bold new landmark symbolises Uzbekistan’s spiritual revival.

Uzbekistan

Uzbekistan in drive against bureaucracy and for AI training

Uzbekistan launches major reforms to eliminate excess bureaucracy and train 5 million AI experts, aiming for a fully digital and efficient government by 2030.

Economy

New agreements signal deepening EU–Central Asia economic ties

The EU-Central Asia Economic Forum in Tashkent this week delivered new investments and six major deals, boosting cooperation in trade, green energy, and critical minerals.

Focus

Central Asia boosts cultural cooperation at Tashkent Heritage Congress

In partnership with Islamic Civilization Center in Uzbekistan

Tashkent hosted an international congress “Central Asia: Shared Spiritual and Educational Heritage – Shared Future” at the Center for Islamic Civilization, bringing together representatives from Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan, Turkmenistan, Azerbaijan, and Uzbekistan.

Green News

Uzbekistan hosts CITES summit spotlighting global wildlife protection

Delegates will discuss sustainable use of natural resources, ecosystem restoration, and regional cooperation initiatives.

Business Line

Uzbekistan’s renewable surge fuels economic resilience

In partnership with Center for the Production of Content for Mass Media under the Administration of the President of the Republic of Uzbekistan

From powerful rivers to rising winds, Uzbekistan is reshaping its energy future. Rapid growth in hydropower, wind, and solar — supported by home-grown technology — is driving the nation towards energy independence and a more sustainable economy.

Uzbekistan

Central Asia and South Caucasus forge stronger ties at Tashkent summit

Central Asian leaders, joined by Azerbaijan, used the Tashkent summit to push for deeper regional integration, new institutions and stronger economic and security ties

Silk Road Adventures

Uzbekistan’s intangible heritage of music and dance lives on

In partnership with Center for the Production of Content for Mass Media under the Administration of the President of the Republic of Uzbekistan

From the desert winds of Karakalpakstan to the courtyards of Andijan, Uzbekistan’s music and dance heritage remains a living language of culture and memory.

Tech News

Uzbekistan launches tax-free zone for AI and data centre projects

Uzbekistan offers tax breaks, cheap electricity, and renewable-energy support, with most sites planned in Karakalpakstan to help build the country’s AI ecosystem by 2030.

Uzbekistan

Central Asia welcomes Azerbaijan as new member at historic summit

Central Asian leaders gathered in Uzbekistan's capital for the Seventh Consultative Meeting, emphasizing stronger political dialogue, economic integration, and collective security.

Tech News

Innovation meets education at 'New Uzbekistan University'

New Uzbekistan University is emerging as a hub for AI, innovation, and global collaboration driving the nation’s shift toward a tech-powered future.

Uzbekistan

New joint projects mark broader Uzbekistan–Kazakhstan cooperation

The announcements came during Kazakh President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev's state visit to Uzbekistan and his meeting with President Shavkat Mirziyoyev, ahead of the Seventh Consultative Meeting of Heads of State.

Uzbekistan

Tashkent hosts Central Asia leaders for regional consultative summit

Leaders from Central Asia will meet in Tashkent to discuss regional cooperation. Uzbekistan's President Mirziyoyev calls it a key step in building trust and stability.