Uzbekistan

Country Uzbekistan
Capital Tashkent
Continent Asia
Currency Uzbekistan som(UZS)
Languages Uzbek & Karakalpak

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Russia conquered the territory of present-day Uzbekistan in the late 19th century. Stiff resistance to the Red Army after the Boshevik Revolution was eventually suppressed and a socialist republic established in 1924. During the Soviet era, intensive production of "white gold" (cotton) and grain led to overuse of agrochemicals and the depletion of water supplies, which have left the land poisoned and the Aral Sea and certain rivers half dry. Independent since 1991, the country seeks to gradually lessen its dependence on agriculture while developing its mineral and petroleum reserves. Current concerns include terrorism by Islamic militants, economic stagnation, and the curtailment of human rights and democratization.

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Uzbekistan - Wikipedia
Uzbekistan - CIA World Fact Book
Uzbekistan - BBC
Uzbekistan - Timeline - BBC

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Uzbekistan Joined BRICS Without Ditching West: A Non-Alignment Test - CryptoRankUzbekistan Joined BRICS Without Ditching West: A Non-Alignment Test  CryptoRank

India U20 women all set for first friendly against Uzbekistan in Tashkent - AIFFIndia U20 women all set for first friendly against Uzbekistan in Tashkent  AIFF

Uzbekistan marks milestone as Tashkent hosts 2025 Boys’ U19 World Championship - FIVBUzbekistan marks milestone as Tashkent hosts 2025 Boys’ U19 World Championship  FIVB

Uzbekistan closer to Women's Wrestling history at U17 Worlds - uww.orgUzbekistan closer to Women's Wrestling history at U17 Worlds  uww.org

India thrashes Uzbekistan 4-1 in Under-20 women’s friendly clash - SportstarIndia thrashes Uzbekistan 4-1 in Under-20 women’s friendly clash  Sportstar

Sharon Kapambwe: Representing WHO in Uzbekistan - OncodailySharon Kapambwe: Representing WHO in Uzbekistan  Oncodaily

Russian business travelers are discovering Uzbekistan - EurasianetRussian business travelers are discovering Uzbekistan  Eurasianet

Colombia and Uzbekistan join NDB ahead of 17th BRICS Summit - NewsonairColombia and Uzbekistan join NDB ahead of 17th BRICS Summit  Newsonair

Egypt begins export of high-tech potato seeds to Uzbekistan - TV BRICSEgypt begins export of high-tech potato seeds to Uzbekistan  TV BRICS

Worsening ties with Turkey boost Israel-Uzbekistan economic relations - ynetnews.comWorsening ties with Turkey boost Israel-Uzbekistan economic relations  ynetnews.com

Surkhandarya: A journey of discovery in Uzbekistan’s untouched South - Euronews.comSurkhandarya: A journey of discovery in Uzbekistan’s untouched South  Euronews.com

Uzbekistan’s Overseas Tourism Growth: Record-Breaking Year for Outbound Travel Trends - Travel And Tour WorldUzbekistan’s Overseas Tourism Growth: Record-Breaking Year for Outbound Travel Trends  Travel And Tour World

Iran survives Uzbekistan scare to win Greco title at U17 Worlds - uww.orgIran survives Uzbekistan scare to win Greco title at U17 Worlds  uww.org

A trans-Afghan railway chugs toward reality with new agreement - EurasianetA trans-Afghan railway chugs toward reality with new agreement  Eurasianet

India U-20 Women beat Uzbekistan 4-1 in Tashkent friendly - NewsonairIndia U-20 Women beat Uzbekistan 4-1 in Tashkent friendly  Newsonair

AirAsia X Expands Global Network with Direct Flights Connecting Tashkent, Uzbekistan and Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, Strengthening Links Between Central Asia and Southeast Asia How Will This New Route Benefit Travelers and Enhance Regional Connectiv - Travel And Tour WorldAirAsia X Expands Global Network with Direct Flights Connecting Tashkent, Uzbekistan and Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, Strengthening Links Between Central Asia and Southeast Asia How Will This New Route Benefit Travelers and Enhance Regional Connectiv  Travel And Tour World

World U17 Championships Wrestling: Greco-Roman results and finals - uww.orgWorld U17 Championships Wrestling: Greco-Roman results and finals  uww.org

Uzbekistan’s Tourism Boom: Millions of Citizens Flock Abroad in 2025—Top Destinations and New Travel Trends Revealed - Travel And Tour WorldUzbekistan’s Tourism Boom: Millions of Citizens Flock Abroad in 2025—Top Destinations and New Travel Trends Revealed  Travel And Tour World

Uzbekistan Airways and China Southern Sign Cooperation Agreement - Kursiv MediaUzbekistan Airways and China Southern Sign Cooperation Agreement  Kursiv Media

U17 Worlds: Georgia, Kazakhstan, Uzbekistan put two each in Greco finals - uww.orgU17 Worlds: Georgia, Kazakhstan, Uzbekistan put two each in Greco finals  uww.org

6th India-Uzbekistan Joint Military Exercise DUSTLIK-6 commences in Pune - Newsonair6th India-Uzbekistan Joint Military Exercise DUSTLIK-6 commences in Pune  Newsonair

Uzbekistan Grants Tax Incentives to Investors in Hungary-Uzbekistan Industrial Zone - Kursiv MediaUzbekistan Grants Tax Incentives to Investors in Hungary-Uzbekistan Industrial Zone  Kursiv Media

Results of Antimicrobial Resistance Surveillance in Uzbekistan, 2019–2022 - World Health Organization (WHO)Results of Antimicrobial Resistance Surveillance in Uzbekistan, 2019–2022  World Health Organization (WHO)

High-Speed Railway Tashkent — Samarkand - Railway SupplyHigh-Speed Railway Tashkent — Samarkand  Railway Supply

Uzbekistan’s Persian language professors visit Ferdowsi Mausoleum - Tehran TimesUzbekistan’s Persian language professors visit Ferdowsi Mausoleum  Tehran Times

Number of Indian citizens visiting Uzbekistan rises by nearly a quarter in 5 months - qazinform.comNumber of Indian citizens visiting Uzbekistan rises by nearly a quarter in 5 months  qazinform.com

Azerbaijan-Uzbekistan deal forges new Central Asia energy axis - Asia TimesAzerbaijan-Uzbekistan deal forges new Central Asia energy axis  Asia Times

Uzbekistan Now Attracts Twenty Two Percent More Indian Tourists in 2025, Driven by Visa Relaxations and Air Connectivity - Travel And Tour WorldUzbekistan Now Attracts Twenty Two Percent More Indian Tourists in 2025, Driven by Visa Relaxations and Air Connectivity  Travel And Tour World

Greece gets Greco finalist at U17 Worlds; Uzbekistan, Kyrgyzstan keep up - uww.orgGreece gets Greco finalist at U17 Worlds; Uzbekistan, Kyrgyzstan keep up  uww.org

Call for nominations: 2025 UNESCO-Uzbekistan Beruniy Prize for - UNESCOCall for nominations: 2025 UNESCO-Uzbekistan Beruniy Prize for  UNESCO

The fertile Silk Road valley few travellers know - BBCThe fertile Silk Road valley few travellers know  BBC

Uzbekistan, Afghanistan, and Pakistan Expedite Work on Joint Railway Project - The Jamestown FoundationUzbekistan, Afghanistan, and Pakistan Expedite Work on Joint Railway Project  The Jamestown Foundation

Women’s Asian Cup: holders China to face North Korea, Bangladesh, Uzbekistan in 2026 - South China Morning PostWomen’s Asian Cup: holders China to face North Korea, Bangladesh, Uzbekistan in 2026  South China Morning Post

Uzbekistan Plans to Build New International Airport in Tashkent Region - Kursiv MediaUzbekistan Plans to Build New International Airport in Tashkent Region  Kursiv Media

Uzbekistan moves to soften penalties and erase records for juvenile offenders - Kun.uzUzbekistan moves to soften penalties and erase records for juvenile offenders  Kun.uz

Indian tourists to Uzbekistan - Travel And Tour WorldIndian tourists to Uzbekistan  Travel And Tour World

Uzbekistan to host UNESCO’s 43rd session of the General Conference - UNESCOUzbekistan to host UNESCO’s 43rd session of the General Conference  UNESCO

US, UK, Canada lose their shine…, Bangladesh, Uzbekistan become new choice of Indians due to… - India.ComUS, UK, Canada lose their shine…, Bangladesh, Uzbekistan become new choice of Indians due to…  India.Com

IUCN opens Central Asia Office in Tashkent to strengthen regional cooperation for conservation - International Union for Conservation of NatureIUCN opens Central Asia Office in Tashkent to strengthen regional cooperation for conservation  International Union for Conservation of Nature

Kazakhstan, Uzbekistan to Join Efforts in Saiga Reintroduction - The Astana TimesKazakhstan, Uzbekistan to Join Efforts in Saiga Reintroduction  The Astana Times

Uzbekistan Sets New Record for Banana Imports in the First Half of 2025 - EastFruitUzbekistan Sets New Record for Banana Imports in the First Half of 2025  EastFruit

Cultural bonds between India, Uzbekistan strong: Ambassador - The HinduCultural bonds between India, Uzbekistan strong: Ambassador  The Hindu

The Andizhan region hosts the Uzbekistan Junior National Championships - asbcnewsThe Andizhan region hosts the Uzbekistan Junior National Championships  asbcnews

Uzbekistan, Pakistan joining forces to weave stronger fabric in textile industry - Trend News AgencyUzbekistan, Pakistan joining forces to weave stronger fabric in textile industry  Trend News Agency

NMC warns against admission in undergraduate courses at four foreign medical colleges, issues advisory - The New Indian ExpressNMC warns against admission in undergraduate courses at four foreign medical colleges, issues advisory  The New Indian Express

Uzbekistan approves new concept of military professional education - AnewZUzbekistan approves new concept of military professional education  AnewZ

Bukhara to Host First “Recipes for Broken Hearts” Biennale This Autumn - Kursiv MediaBukhara to Host First “Recipes for Broken Hearts” Biennale This Autumn  Kursiv Media

Responsible Business Conduct for Sustainable Infrastructure in Kazakhstan, Mongolia and Uzbekistan - OECDResponsible Business Conduct for Sustainable Infrastructure in Kazakhstan, Mongolia and Uzbekistan  OECD

Republic of Uzbekistan - isdb.orgRepublic of Uzbekistan  isdb.org

Kazakhstan Opens Modernized Border Checkpoints with China and Uzbekistan - The Astana TimesKazakhstan Opens Modernized Border Checkpoints with China and Uzbekistan  The Astana Times

Pakistan, Uzbekistan deepen economics ties ahead of high-level visit - nation.com.pkPakistan, Uzbekistan deepen economics ties ahead of high-level visit  nation.com.pk

China, Kyrgyzstan, Kazakhstan, Turkmenistan, Uzbekistan and Mongolia Reveal Hidden Corners of Asia Through Bold New Travel Routes - Travel And Tour WorldChina, Kyrgyzstan, Kazakhstan, Turkmenistan, Uzbekistan and Mongolia Reveal Hidden Corners of Asia Through Bold New Travel Routes  Travel And Tour World

ADB Signs MOU with AIIB, Azerbaijan, Kazakhstan, and Uzbekistan to Support Feasibility Study for Caspian Green Energy Corridor - Asian Development BankADB Signs MOU with AIIB, Azerbaijan, Kazakhstan, and Uzbekistan to Support Feasibility Study for Caspian Green Energy Corridor  Asian Development Bank

300MW data center to be built in Uzbekistan with China’s Linkwise - Data Center Dynamics300MW data center to be built in Uzbekistan with China’s Linkwise  Data Center Dynamics

Uzbekistan and Public-Private Partnerships: Country Lessons, Republic of Uzbekistan - International Monetary FundUzbekistan and Public-Private Partnerships: Country Lessons, Republic of Uzbekistan  International Monetary Fund

Kazakhstan, China, Uzbekistan, United Arab Emirates Strengthen Air Connectivity With Air China’s New Beijing-Almaty Route And Etihad Airways’ 2026 Expansion Plans - Travel And Tour WorldKazakhstan, China, Uzbekistan, United Arab Emirates Strengthen Air Connectivity With Air China’s New Beijing-Almaty Route And Etihad Airways’ 2026 Expansion Plans  Travel And Tour World

Uzbekistan accedes to the Aarhus Convention, empowering the public to shape a clean, healthy and sustainable environment - UNECEUzbekistan accedes to the Aarhus Convention, empowering the public to shape a clean, healthy and sustainable environment  UNECE

China, Mongolia, Kyrgyzstan, Kazakhstan, Turkmenistan, Uzbekistan Expands Travel Options With Six Unique Small-Group Tours Starting March 2026 - Travel And Tour WorldChina, Mongolia, Kyrgyzstan, Kazakhstan, Turkmenistan, Uzbekistan Expands Travel Options With Six Unique Small-Group Tours Starting March 2026  Travel And Tour World

India lose 1-0 to Uzbekistan in FIFA women’s friendlies 2025 opener - Olympics.comIndia lose 1-0 to Uzbekistan in FIFA women’s friendlies 2025 opener  Olympics.com

Inauguration of the UNESCO-Uzbekistan Beruniy Prize for Scientific Research on The Ethics of Artificial Intelligence - UNESCOInauguration of the UNESCO-Uzbekistan Beruniy Prize for Scientific Research on The Ethics of Artificial Intelligence  UNESCO

Uzbek Critic, Jailed for a Decade After Disputed Conviction, Dies - The Times Of Central AsiaUzbek Critic, Jailed for a Decade After Disputed Conviction, Dies  The Times Of Central Asia

Uzbekistan and India earn U19 zonal medals with FIVB Empowerment funding - FIVBUzbekistan and India earn U19 zonal medals with FIVB Empowerment funding  FIVB

Uzbekistan’s first women-focused tech accelerator debuts with Pitch & Rise event - bne IntelliNewsUzbekistan’s first women-focused tech accelerator debuts with Pitch & Rise event  bne IntelliNews

Uzbekistan’s transport sector expands rapidly in early 2025 - Trend News AgencyUzbekistan’s transport sector expands rapidly in early 2025  Trend News Agency

China, Kyrgyzstan, Kazakhstan, Turkmenistan, Uzbekistan, And Mongolia Feature In New Small-group Trips As Aussie Demand For Authentic Travel Surges - Travel And Tour WorldChina, Kyrgyzstan, Kazakhstan, Turkmenistan, Uzbekistan, And Mongolia Feature In New Small-group Trips As Aussie Demand For Authentic Travel Surges  Travel And Tour World

India lose 1-0 to Uzbekistan in second FIFA women’s football friendly 2025 - Olympics.comIndia lose 1-0 to Uzbekistan in second FIFA women’s football friendly 2025  Olympics.com

Minister of Construction of Uzbekistan visiting Kyrgyzstan - AKI PressMinister of Construction of Uzbekistan visiting Kyrgyzstan  AKI Press

Blue Tigresses suffer narrow defeat against Uzbekistan - AIFFBlue Tigresses suffer narrow defeat against Uzbekistan  AIFF

Uzbekistan’s Outbound Tourism to Egypt Now Experiences Significant Growth in this Year - Travel And Tour WorldUzbekistan’s Outbound Tourism to Egypt Now Experiences Significant Growth in this Year  Travel And Tour World

Uzbek Migrants Coerced to Fight in Russia’s War - The Times Of Central AsiaUzbek Migrants Coerced to Fight in Russia’s War  The Times Of Central Asia

JW Marriott brand hotel to debut in Uzbekistan - Yahoo FinanceJW Marriott brand hotel to debut in Uzbekistan  Yahoo Finance

US strikes mineral deals with Uzbekistan – Tashkent report - EurasianetUS strikes mineral deals with Uzbekistan – Tashkent report  Eurasianet

Building an Informed Society: UNESCO’s Media Program in Uzbekistan Shows Tangible Progress - UNESCOBuilding an Informed Society: UNESCO’s Media Program in Uzbekistan Shows Tangible Progress  UNESCO

India and Republic of Uzbekistan sign Bilateral Investment Treaty in Tashkent - PIBIndia and Republic of Uzbekistan sign Bilateral Investment Treaty in Tashkent  PIB

AirAsia Now Expands Network With New Routes Connecting Uzbekistan, Thailand, Vietnam, Australia And Japan - Travel And Tour WorldAirAsia Now Expands Network With New Routes Connecting Uzbekistan, Thailand, Vietnam, Australia And Japan  Travel And Tour World

The Open Call to UNESCO-Uzbekistan Beruniy Prize for Scientific Research on the Ethics of Artificial Intelligence (AI) - UNESCOThe Open Call to UNESCO-Uzbekistan Beruniy Prize for Scientific Research on the Ethics of Artificial Intelligence (AI)  UNESCO

Uzbekistan’s Weather on August 2: Dry in Cities, Rainy in Mountains - Kursiv MediaUzbekistan’s Weather on August 2: Dry in Cities, Rainy in Mountains  Kursiv Media

Uzbekistan travel - Lonely PlanetUzbekistan travel  Lonely Planet

Uzbekistan launches National Trade Facilitation Roadmap 2025–2030 to boost regional trade leadership - UNECEUzbekistan launches National Trade Facilitation Roadmap 2025–2030 to boost regional trade leadership  UNECE

Uzbekistan embarks on new path of strategic pragmatism with BRICS+ partnership - Caliber.AzUzbekistan embarks on new path of strategic pragmatism with BRICS+ partnership  Caliber.Az

AirAsia X connects travellers from Tashkent to 130 destinations through Kuala Lumpur - AirAsia NewsroomAirAsia X connects travellers from Tashkent to 130 destinations through Kuala Lumpur  AirAsia Newsroom

IndiGo cancels flights to Kazakhstan, Uzbekistan amid India-Pakistan tension; Air India to take alternate routes - Fortune IndiaIndiGo cancels flights to Kazakhstan, Uzbekistan amid India-Pakistan tension; Air India to take alternate routes  Fortune India

Uzbekistan advances WTO accession negotiations, reaffirms commitment to conclude by 2026 - World Trade OrganizationUzbekistan advances WTO accession negotiations, reaffirms commitment to conclude by 2026  World Trade Organization

Uzbekistan’s trade sector sees significant growth in 1H2025 - Trend News AgencyUzbekistan’s trade sector sees significant growth in 1H2025  Trend News Agency

India vs Uzbekistan football, 2025 women’s FIFA friendlies: Know schedule and watch live streaming in India - Olympics.comIndia vs Uzbekistan football, 2025 women’s FIFA friendlies: Know schedule and watch live streaming in India  Olympics.com

Uzbekistan sees three-fold rise in Indian students - The PIE NewsUzbekistan sees three-fold rise in Indian students  The PIE News

Azerbaijan and Uzbekistan reinforce ties ahead of ECO Summit - Euronews.comAzerbaijan and Uzbekistan reinforce ties ahead of ECO Summit  Euronews.com

Cup of coffee stirs Russian-language debate in Uzbekistan - EurasianetCup of coffee stirs Russian-language debate in Uzbekistan  Eurasianet

China to face DPR Korea, Bangladesh, Uzbekistan in 2026 Women's Asian Cup group stage - XinhuaChina to face DPR Korea, Bangladesh, Uzbekistan in 2026 Women's Asian Cup group stage  Xinhua

First Danish Ambassador in Uzbekistan Starts His Mission - Kursiv MediaFirst Danish Ambassador in Uzbekistan Starts His Mission  Kursiv Media

Uzbekistan 3-0 Qatar (10 Jun, 2025) Final Score - ESPN IndiaUzbekistan 3-0 Qatar (10 Jun, 2025) Final Score  ESPN India

Islamic Development Bank and Uzbekistan Sign Landmark Education Project with GPE Grant Support - isdb.orgIslamic Development Bank and Uzbekistan Sign Landmark Education Project with GPE Grant Support  isdb.org

2025 News items - At Working Party meeting, Uzbekistan affirms focus on concluding WTO accession by MC14 - World Trade Organization2025 News items - At Working Party meeting, Uzbekistan affirms focus on concluding WTO accession by MC14  World Trade Organization

Weaving a New Future in Uzbekistan’s Cotton Sector - World BankWeaving a New Future in Uzbekistan’s Cotton Sector  World Bank

Prime Picks for a Green Pivot: Uzbekistan State Funds for Climate Action - World BankPrime Picks for a Green Pivot: Uzbekistan State Funds for Climate Action  World Bank

Singapore And Uzbekistan Strengthen Tourism Ties With New Direct Charter Flights Launching This December - Travel And Tour WorldSingapore And Uzbekistan Strengthen Tourism Ties With New Direct Charter Flights Launching This December  Travel And Tour World

The rise of Uzbekistan football: the White Wolves’ Golden Generation - Euronews.comThe rise of Uzbekistan football: the White Wolves’ Golden Generation  Euronews.com

AirAsia X expands Central Asia reach with new route to Tashkent, Uzbekistan - AirAsia NewsroomAirAsia X expands Central Asia reach with new route to Tashkent, Uzbekistan  AirAsia Newsroom