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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UNESCO 43rd General Conference opens in Samarkand (Uzbekistan) - unesco.orgUNESCO 43rd General Conference opens in Samarkand (Uzbekistan)  unesco.org

ACWA Power secures $142m financing for RE projects in Uzbekistan - Asian PowerACWA Power secures $142m financing for RE projects in Uzbekistan  Asian Power

Uzbekistan Suspends New Gas Connections for Homes to Conserve Energy - The Times Of Central AsiaUzbekistan Suspends New Gas Connections for Homes to Conserve Energy  The Times Of Central Asia

Sweet dreams are made of bees in Uzbekistan - Food and Agriculture OrganizationSweet dreams are made of bees in Uzbekistan  Food and Agriculture Organization

Plug Power and Allied Biofuels Expand Partnership in Uzbekistan - Fuel Cells WorksPlug Power and Allied Biofuels Expand Partnership in Uzbekistan  Fuel Cells Works

EBRD provides $142m for solar and battery project in Uzbekistan - Power TechnologyEBRD provides $142m for solar and battery project in Uzbekistan  Power Technology

ChessMom Project returns for 2026 Chess Olympiad in Uzbekistan – International Chess Federation - FIDEChessMom Project returns for 2026 Chess Olympiad in Uzbekistan – International Chess Federation  FIDE

PROJECTS: ACWA Power seals $2.36bln in deals at FII9 for Uzbekistan projects - TradingViewPROJECTS: ACWA Power seals $2.36bln in deals at FII9 for Uzbekistan projects  TradingView

Azerbaijan and Uzbekistan discuss joint efforts to further develop relations - AnewZAzerbaijan and Uzbekistan discuss joint efforts to further develop relations  AnewZ

EBRD Approves US$142 Million Financing For Uzbekistan’s Largest 1 GW Solar And 1,336 MWh Battery Energy Storage Project With ACWA Power - SolarQuarterEBRD Approves US$142 Million Financing For Uzbekistan’s Largest 1 GW Solar And 1,336 MWh Battery Energy Storage Project With ACWA Power  SolarQuarter

Plug Power expands partnership with Allied Biofuels for Uzbekistan biorefinery project - Quantum Commodity IntelligencePlug Power expands partnership with Allied Biofuels for Uzbekistan biorefinery project  Quantum Commodity Intelligence

Sumitomo Corporation Signs Project Financing Agreements for Uzbekistan’s Largest Solar Power and Battery Energy Storage Project - ess-news.comSumitomo Corporation Signs Project Financing Agreements for Uzbekistan’s Largest Solar Power and Battery Energy Storage Project  ess-news.com

Uzbekistan among minority of states making rule-of-law progress – survey - EurasianetUzbekistan among minority of states making rule-of-law progress – survey  Eurasianet

President Alexander Stubb’s Official Visit to Uzbekistan Marks a New Chapter in Finland–Uzbekistan Relations - SpecialEurasiaPresident Alexander Stubb’s Official Visit to Uzbekistan Marks a New Chapter in Finland–Uzbekistan Relations  SpecialEurasia

Plug signs firm order for 2 GW of electrolysers in Uzbekistan - Renewables NowPlug signs firm order for 2 GW of electrolysers in Uzbekistan  Renewables Now

Reforms and innovation: How Uzbekistan is unlocking foreign investment opportunities - Euronews.comReforms and innovation: How Uzbekistan is unlocking foreign investment opportunities  Euronews.com

Why Uzbekistan is becoming an essential bridge between East and West - Latest news from AzerbaijanWhy Uzbekistan is becoming an essential bridge between East and West  Latest news from Azerbaijan

ADB, Partners Sign Deal to Build Landmark Solar with Battery Power Plants in Uzbekistan, Largest in Central Asia - Asian Development BankADB, Partners Sign Deal to Build Landmark Solar with Battery Power Plants in Uzbekistan, Largest in Central Asia  Asian Development Bank

Uzbek Parliament Ratifies Border Agreement with Kyrgyzstan and Tajikistan - The Times Of Central AsiaUzbek Parliament Ratifies Border Agreement with Kyrgyzstan and Tajikistan  The Times Of Central Asia

Azerbaijan, Uzbekistan reaffirm commitment to strengthening strategic partnership - Latest news from AzerbaijanAzerbaijan, Uzbekistan reaffirm commitment to strengthening strategic partnership  Latest news from Azerbaijan

Karakalpakstan to Become Data Center Hub Under Uzbekistan’s Digital Strategy - The Times Of Central AsiaKarakalpakstan to Become Data Center Hub Under Uzbekistan’s Digital Strategy  The Times Of Central Asia

Dispatch from Uzbekistan: Regional peace progress and economic growth reveal opportunities for US engagement - Atlantic CouncilDispatch from Uzbekistan: Regional peace progress and economic growth reveal opportunities for US engagement  Atlantic Council

Uzbekistan: Briefing paper on strengthening the domestic implementation of Human Rights Committee Views - The International Commission of Jurists - ICJUzbekistan: Briefing paper on strengthening the domestic implementation of Human Rights Committee Views  The International Commission of Jurists - ICJ

Uzbekistan Construction Industry Report 2025: Output to Expand by 8.2% in Real Terms This Year, Supported by Investments in Transport and Renewable Energy, Increase in FDI and Government Spending - ResearchAndMarkets.com - Business WireUzbekistan Construction Industry Report 2025: Output to Expand by 8.2% in Real Terms This Year, Supported by Investments in Transport and Renewable Energy, Increase in FDI and Government Spending - ResearchAndMarkets.com  Business Wire

Uzbekistan’s Abdukodir Khusanov Judged Asia’s Joint Most Valuable Footballer - The Times Of Central AsiaUzbekistan’s Abdukodir Khusanov Judged Asia’s Joint Most Valuable Footballer  The Times Of Central Asia

Uzbekistan - National Strategy for Black Carbon Reduction and Air Quality Improvement - Climate and Clean Air Coalition (CCAC)Uzbekistan - National Strategy for Black Carbon Reduction and Air Quality Improvement  Climate and Clean Air Coalition (CCAC)

Uzbekistan Strengthens Energy Partnership With Afghanistan - The Jamestown FoundationUzbekistan Strengthens Energy Partnership With Afghanistan  The Jamestown Foundation

Trump to meet with Central Asian leaders next week, source says - ReutersTrump to meet with Central Asian leaders next week, source says  Reuters

Stubb's Central Asian trip continues in Uzbekistan - YleStubb's Central Asian trip continues in Uzbekistan  Yle

Serbian President Aleksandar Vucic to pay official visit to Uzbekistan - AnewZSerbian President Aleksandar Vucic to pay official visit to Uzbekistan  AnewZ

Trump, Uzbekistan’s president to meet next week, US official says - ThePrintTrump, Uzbekistan’s president to meet next week, US official says  ThePrint

Uzbekistan targets greenhouse emissions in Tashkent region - HortidailyUzbekistan targets greenhouse emissions in Tashkent region  Hortidaily

Uzbekistan and EU Sign Landmark Enhanced Partnership Agreement in Brussels - The Times Of Central AsiaUzbekistan and EU Sign Landmark Enhanced Partnership Agreement in Brussels  The Times Of Central Asia

Japan to Build Central Asia’s Largest Airport in Uzbekistan by 2028 - The Times Of Central AsiaJapan to Build Central Asia’s Largest Airport in Uzbekistan by 2028  The Times Of Central Asia

“I Made a Big Mistake by Not Visiting Earlier”: Vucic Invites Serbians to Discover Uzbekistan - Kursiv Media ??????????“I Made a Big Mistake by Not Visiting Earlier”: Vucic Invites Serbians to Discover Uzbekistan  Kursiv Media ??????????

Uzbekistan, Slovakia seek to break new ground in trade and digital collaboration - Trend News AgencyUzbekistan, Slovakia seek to break new ground in trade and digital collaboration  Trend News Agency

EBRD invests in 1 GW of solar, 1.3 GWh of storage in Uzbekistan - pv magazine InternationalEBRD invests in 1 GW of solar, 1.3 GWh of storage in Uzbekistan  pv magazine International

Uzbekistan’s Bold Push for Unlocking Jobs and Prosperity - World Bank GroupUzbekistan’s Bold Push for Unlocking Jobs and Prosperity  World Bank Group

Uzbekistan reports strong regional growth in financial services - Trend News AgencyUzbekistan reports strong regional growth in financial services  Trend News Agency

Riyadh Cables Purchases Shares In Artikul Aziya Kabel Llc In Uzbekistan - TradingViewRiyadh Cables Purchases Shares In Artikul Aziya Kabel Llc In Uzbekistan  TradingView

Uzbekistan exports $1.5bn worth of fruits and vegetables in 9M2025 - qazinform.comUzbekistan exports $1.5bn worth of fruits and vegetables in 9M2025  qazinform.com

Kyrgyzstan, Uzbekistan, Tajikistan sign roadmaps for cooperation - qazinform.comKyrgyzstan, Uzbekistan, Tajikistan sign roadmaps for cooperation  qazinform.com

Uzbekistan Sees Surge in Foreign Tourist Arrivals With Increased Visitors From Neighbouring Countries, Here’s All You Need to Know - Travel And Tour WorldUzbekistan Sees Surge in Foreign Tourist Arrivals With Increased Visitors From Neighbouring Countries, Here’s All You Need to Know  Travel And Tour World

How will women's football be developed in Uzbekistan? - Zamin.uzHow will women's football be developed in Uzbekistan?  Zamin.uz

Sumitomo Signs Financing for Uzbekistan’s Largest Solar and Battery Project - Kursiv Media ??????????Sumitomo Signs Financing for Uzbekistan’s Largest Solar and Battery Project  Kursiv Media ??????????

From Saudi Arabia to Uzbekistan: AlMusalla Pavilion Reinstalled for the Inaugural Bukhara Biennial 2025 - ArchDailyFrom Saudi Arabia to Uzbekistan: AlMusalla Pavilion Reinstalled for the Inaugural Bukhara Biennial 2025  ArchDaily

Uzbekistan - Welcome to the United NationsUzbekistan  Welcome to the United Nations

EU to Sign Uzbekistan Partnership Deal Despite Rights Abuses - Human Rights WatchEU to Sign Uzbekistan Partnership Deal Despite Rights Abuses  Human Rights Watch

KMG PetroChem studies Uzbekistan’s experience in the oil and gas industry - qazinform.comKMG PetroChem studies Uzbekistan’s experience in the oil and gas industry  qazinform.com

Uzbekistan's National Payment System HUMO and Ant International’s Alipay+ Partner to Facilitate Cross-Border QR Payments - The AI JournalUzbekistan's National Payment System HUMO and Ant International’s Alipay+ Partner to Facilitate Cross-Border QR Payments  The AI Journal

Uzbekistan, China’s Gansu province discuss expansion of investment cooperation - Trend News AgencyUzbekistan, China’s Gansu province discuss expansion of investment cooperation  Trend News Agency

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

Russia Joins Turkey, Kyrgyzstan, China, South Korea, India, Tajikistan And New Visitors As Uzbekistan Welcomes Over Eight Million Foreign Tourists In 2025 - Travel And Tour WorldRussia Joins Turkey, Kyrgyzstan, China, South Korea, India, Tajikistan And New Visitors As Uzbekistan Welcomes Over Eight Million Foreign Tourists In 2025  Travel And Tour World

More than 3,000 illegal construction sites were demolished in Uzbekistan - Zamin.uzMore than 3,000 illegal construction sites were demolished in Uzbekistan  Zamin.uz

Partnering for Prosperity in Uzbekistan – 3rd International Poverty Reduction Forum Showcases Transformative Impact - isdb.orgPartnering for Prosperity in Uzbekistan – 3rd International Poverty Reduction Forum Showcases Transformative Impact  isdb.org

Uzbekistan and Serbia Sign Labour Migration Cooperation Agreement - Kursiv Media ??????????Uzbekistan and Serbia Sign Labour Migration Cooperation Agreement  Kursiv Media ??????????

Uzbekistan and UNESCO: Transforming dialogue into systemic partnership - EU ReporterUzbekistan and UNESCO: Transforming dialogue into systemic partnership  EU Reporter

From principles to practice: Uzbekistan deepens engagement with Codex Alimentarius - Food and Agriculture OrganizationFrom principles to practice: Uzbekistan deepens engagement with Codex Alimentarius  Food and Agriculture Organization

AIIB, Uzbekistan Advance Strategic Partnership with Concrete Results and Expanded Collaboration - Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank (AIIB)AIIB, Uzbekistan Advance Strategic Partnership with Concrete Results and Expanded Collaboration  Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank (AIIB)

Transport services may become cheaper in Uzbekistan - Zamin.uzTransport services may become cheaper in Uzbekistan  Zamin.uz

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

European Union and Uzbekistan sign Enhanced Partnership and Cooperation Agreement - EU Law LiveEuropean Union and Uzbekistan sign Enhanced Partnership and Cooperation Agreement  EU Law Live

Transforming Maths Learning in Uzbekistan - UnicefTransforming Maths Learning in Uzbekistan  Unicef

Spain Joins Turkey, Greece, Uzbekistan, and Iran in the List of Best Hidden Village for Sustainable Tourism in 2025 - Travel And Tour WorldSpain Joins Turkey, Greece, Uzbekistan, and Iran in the List of Best Hidden Village for Sustainable Tourism in 2025  Travel And Tour World

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

Uzbekistan, India Boost Strategic Partnership in High-Level Call - The Times Of Central AsiaUzbekistan, India Boost Strategic Partnership in High-Level Call  The Times Of Central Asia

Food minister assures uninterrupted Kinnow exports to Uzbekistan - Profit by Pakistan TodayFood minister assures uninterrupted Kinnow exports to Uzbekistan  Profit by Pakistan Today

Jaishankar extends greetings to Uzbekistan counterpart on Uzbekistan Independence Day - DD NewsJaishankar extends greetings to Uzbekistan counterpart on Uzbekistan Independence Day  DD News

A sharp drop in temperature is expected in Uzbekistan from the beginning of November - Zamin.uzA sharp drop in temperature is expected in Uzbekistan from the beginning of November  Zamin.uz

EU seeks to pull Uzbekistan away from China’s orbit - Brussels SignalEU seeks to pull Uzbekistan away from China’s orbit  Brussels Signal

Uzbekistan-EU: New frontiers of cooperation - Latest news from AzerbaijanUzbekistan-EU: New frontiers of cooperation  Latest news from Azerbaijan

Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs P.Utyupin meets Director of Center for Foreign Policy Research and International Initiatives under MFA of Uzbekistan - Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Belarus - ???????????? ??????????? ??? ?????????? ????????Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs P.Utyupin meets Director of Center for Foreign Policy Research and International Initiatives under MFA of Uzbekistan - Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Belarus  ???????????? ??????????? ??? ?????????? ????????

Bridging Past and Future: Uzbekistan’s Expanding Cultural Landscape - ArchDailyBridging Past and Future: Uzbekistan’s Expanding Cultural Landscape  ArchDaily

Cleveland Clinic and Central Asian University Sign Strategic Agreement to Collaborate on Central Asian University Hospital in Uzbekistan - Cleveland Clinic NewsroomCleveland Clinic and Central Asian University Sign Strategic Agreement to Collaborate on Central Asian University Hospital in Uzbekistan  Cleveland Clinic Newsroom

7 Offbeat Things To Do In Uzbekistan Beyond Samarkand And Bukhara - Outlook Traveller7 Offbeat Things To Do In Uzbekistan Beyond Samarkand And Bukhara  Outlook Traveller

Uzbekistan rolling up its sleeves to tighten purse strings on rail, air, and airport toils - Trend News AgencyUzbekistan rolling up its sleeves to tighten purse strings on rail, air, and airport toils  Trend News Agency

Uzbekistan, UNESCO strengthen partnership in education and culture - Trend News AgencyUzbekistan, UNESCO strengthen partnership in education and culture  Trend News Agency

Uzbekistan pitches worldwide initiatives at UNESCO General Conference - Trend News AgencyUzbekistan pitches worldwide initiatives at UNESCO General Conference  Trend News Agency

Government of Uzbekistan, IsDB and UNOPS advance cancer care with modern facilities and equipment - isdb.orgGovernment of Uzbekistan, IsDB and UNOPS advance cancer care with modern facilities and equipment  isdb.org

A new chapter in Uzbekistan–EU relations: Why the EPCA matters - EU ReporterA new chapter in Uzbekistan–EU relations: Why the EPCA matters  EU Reporter

Health and care workforce policy dialogue in Uzbekistan - World Health Organization (WHO)Health and care workforce policy dialogue in Uzbekistan  World Health Organization (WHO)

People's Artist of Uzbekistan Yakub Akhmedov passed away at the age of 87 - Zamin.uzPeople's Artist of Uzbekistan Yakub Akhmedov passed away at the age of 87  Zamin.uz

EBRD backs 1GW solar-storage push in Uzbekistan - reNewsEBRD backs 1GW solar-storage push in Uzbekistan  reNews

Azerbaijani foreign minister heads to Uzbekistan for working visit - Latest news from AzerbaijanAzerbaijani foreign minister heads to Uzbekistan for working visit  Latest news from Azerbaijan

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

Uzbekistan Signs $5.9 Billion Deal to Build Central Asia’s First Green Aviation Fuel Plant - The Times Of Central AsiaUzbekistan Signs $5.9 Billion Deal to Build Central Asia’s First Green Aviation Fuel Plant  The Times Of Central Asia

European Union and Uzbekistan strengthen relations with Enhanced Partnership and Cooperation Agreement - The European StingEuropean Union and Uzbekistan strengthen relations with Enhanced Partnership and Cooperation Agreement  The European Sting

Uzbekistan pitches itself as the next global IT logistics hub - FreightWavesUzbekistan pitches itself as the next global IT logistics hub  FreightWaves

Uzbekistan President Shavkat Mirziyoyev Calls PM Modi to Discuss Bilateral Cooperation - NewsonairUzbekistan President Shavkat Mirziyoyev Calls PM Modi to Discuss Bilateral Cooperation  Newsonair

Uzbekistan, World Bank agree on mechanisms to support economic development - Trend News AgencyUzbekistan, World Bank agree on mechanisms to support economic development  Trend News Agency

Uzbekistan, Pakistan push forward plans for Trans-Afghan Transport Corridor - Trend News AgencyUzbekistan, Pakistan push forward plans for Trans-Afghan Transport Corridor  Trend News Agency

Uzbekistan Airways Orders up to 22 Boeing 787 Dreamliners, Airline's Largest-ever Purchase - Boeing NewsroomUzbekistan Airways Orders up to 22 Boeing 787 Dreamliners, Airline's Largest-ever Purchase  Boeing Newsroom

The ‘New Normal’ Is Not Deglobalization, It’s Reglobalization - The Diplomat – Asia-Pacific Current Affairs MagazineThe ‘New Normal’ Is Not Deglobalization, It’s Reglobalization  The Diplomat – Asia-Pacific Current Affairs Magazine

India–Uzbekistan BIT Introduces Counterclaims Provision – Investment Treaty News - International Institute for Sustainable DevelopmentIndia–Uzbekistan BIT Introduces Counterclaims Provision – Investment Treaty News  International Institute for Sustainable Development

EBRD co-finances ACWA Power’s 1GW/1.3GWh solar and storage portfolio in Uzbekistan - PV TechEBRD co-finances ACWA Power’s 1GW/1.3GWh solar and storage portfolio in Uzbekistan  PV Tech

Foreign Tech Giants Pay $10.4 Mln in Taxes to Uzbekistan in 2025 - Kursiv Media ??????????Foreign Tech Giants Pay $10.4 Mln in Taxes to Uzbekistan in 2025  Kursiv Media ??????????

IUCN opens Central Asia Office in Tashkent to strengthen regional cooperation for conservation - IUCNIUCN opens Central Asia Office in Tashkent to strengthen regional cooperation for conservation  IUCN

Uzbekistan on track for WTO membership in 2026 - EurasianetUzbekistan on track for WTO membership in 2026  Eurasianet

What went into creating Uzbekistan’s Center for Islamic Civilization? - Euronews.comWhat went into creating Uzbekistan’s Center for Islamic Civilization?  Euronews.com

Uzbekistan sees strong growth in fruit and vegetable exports - Trend News AgencyUzbekistan sees strong growth in fruit and vegetable exports  Trend News Agency