Uzbekistan

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

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Introduction

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 Moves to Silence Prominent Religious Scholar - The Diplomat – Asia-Pacific Current Affairs MagazineUzbekistan Moves to Silence Prominent Religious Scholar  The Diplomat – Asia-Pacific Current Affairs Magazine

TBC Bank Group to acquire majority stake in OLX Uzbekistan via Titan Investments JV - FinTech FuturesTBC Bank Group to acquire majority stake in OLX Uzbekistan via Titan Investments JV  FinTech Futures

Uzbekistan: 51 presidential initiatives to boost entrepreneurship - Euronews.comUzbekistan: 51 presidential initiatives to boost entrepreneurship  Euronews.com

Uzbekistan airline hack reveals data on U.S. government employees - Straight Arrow NewsUzbekistan airline hack reveals data on U.S. government employees  Straight Arrow News

Sinquefield Cup: D Gukesh bounces back with crushing win over Uzbekistan's Nodirbek Abdusattorov - The Times of IndiaSinquefield Cup: D Gukesh bounces back with crushing win over Uzbekistan's Nodirbek Abdusattorov  The Times of India

Kazakhstan, Uzbekistan Deepen Strategic Partnership Through High-Level Dialogue - The Astana TimesKazakhstan, Uzbekistan Deepen Strategic Partnership Through High-Level Dialogue  The Astana Times

PM receives a telephone call from the President of Uzbekistan - PM IndiaPM receives a telephone call from the President of Uzbekistan  PM India

Press release on Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov’s telephone conversation with Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Uzbekistan Bakhtiyor Saidov - The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Russian Federation - ???????????? ??????????? ??? ??????Press release on Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov’s telephone conversation with Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Uzbekistan Bakhtiyor Saidov - The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Russian Federation  ???????????? ??????????? ??? ??????

Astana Expands International Air Routes with China and Uzbekistan - The Times Of Central AsiaAstana Expands International Air Routes with China and Uzbekistan  The Times Of Central Asia

Turkmenistan, Azerbaijan and Uzbekistan hold high-level talks in Turkmenbashi - Aze.MediaTurkmenistan, Azerbaijan and Uzbekistan hold high-level talks in Turkmenbashi  Aze.Media

Uzbek edition of "Xi Jinping: On Respecting and Protecting Human Rights" launched in Uzbekistan - XinhuaUzbek edition of "Xi Jinping: On Respecting and Protecting Human Rights" launched in Uzbekistan  Xinhua

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

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Mortal remains of Telangana man repatriated from Uzbekistan after 29 days - Siasat.comMortal remains of Telangana man repatriated from Uzbekistan after 29 days  Siasat.com

Alisher Kahharov: Uzbekistan's First National Breast Cancer Guideline - A Collaborative Effort with WHO and Georgian Experts - OncodailyAlisher Kahharov: Uzbekistan's First National Breast Cancer Guideline - A Collaborative Effort with WHO and Georgian Experts  Oncodaily

Top 7 Weakest Currencies in the World 2025 – From Lebanon to Uzbekistan - WIONTop 7 Weakest Currencies in the World 2025 – From Lebanon to Uzbekistan  WION

TBC Bank Group Acquires Majority Stake in OLX Uzbekistan, Expanding Its Market-Leading Digital Banking Ecosystem in Uzbekistan - citybizTBC Bank Group Acquires Majority Stake in OLX Uzbekistan, Expanding Its Market-Leading Digital Banking Ecosystem in Uzbekistan  citybiz

Afghanistan, Uzbekistan Sign Contracts for Four Energy Projects Worth $243 Million - The Astana TimesAfghanistan, Uzbekistan Sign Contracts for Four Energy Projects Worth $243 Million  The Astana Times

New Tashkent: Uzbekistan’s Urban Transformation - Euronews.comNew Tashkent: Uzbekistan’s Urban Transformation  Euronews.com

London-listed TBC Bank expands digital ecosystem with OLX Uzbekistan acquisition - IntelliNewsLondon-listed TBC Bank expands digital ecosystem with OLX Uzbekistan acquisition  IntelliNews

Kyrgyzstan and Uzbekistan set to increase trade turnover to $2 billion - qazinform.comKyrgyzstan and Uzbekistan set to increase trade turnover to $2 billion  qazinform.com

Uzbekistan launches sweeping entrepreneurship reforms as Mirziyoyev pledges to cut red tape - IntelliNewsUzbekistan launches sweeping entrepreneurship reforms as Mirziyoyev pledges to cut red tape  IntelliNews

President Aliyev highlights key geostrategic position of Azerbaijan, Turkmenistan, Uzbekistan - Latest news from AzerbaijanPresident Aliyev highlights key geostrategic position of Azerbaijan, Turkmenistan, Uzbekistan  Latest news from Azerbaijan

Starlink Expected to Launch in Uzbekistan in 2026 - The Times Of Central AsiaStarlink Expected to Launch in Uzbekistan in 2026  The Times Of Central Asia

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

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

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

Evidence from an Uzbekistan rock shelter points to possible 80,000-year-old arrowheads - Phys.orgEvidence from an Uzbekistan rock shelter points to possible 80,000-year-old arrowheads  Phys.org

Uzbekistan and Turkmenistan Trade Hits $700 Mln in 2025 - Kursiv MediaUzbekistan and Turkmenistan Trade Hits $700 Mln in 2025  Kursiv Media

Uzbekistan Welcomes Over 6.3 Mln Tourists in Seven Months - Kursiv MediaUzbekistan Welcomes Over 6.3 Mln Tourists in Seven Months  Kursiv Media

Leaders of Azerbaijan, Turkmenistan, Uzbekistan make joint statement on high-level meeting outcomes - Latest news from AzerbaijanLeaders of Azerbaijan, Turkmenistan, Uzbekistan make joint statement on high-level meeting outcomes  Latest news from Azerbaijan

Uzbekistan unveils €250m Olympic Village - InsideTheGamesUzbekistan unveils €250m Olympic Village  InsideTheGames

Uzbekistan lags behind regional peers in wage growth – Central Bank - Kun.uzUzbekistan lags behind regional peers in wage growth – Central Bank  Kun.uz

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

Uzbekistan, Turkmenistan and Azerbaijan Explore Joint Tourism and Cultural Exchange Programme - Kursiv MediaUzbekistan, Turkmenistan and Azerbaijan Explore Joint Tourism and Cultural Exchange Programme  Kursiv Media

Sacred staple: Uzbekistan’s timeless tradition of everyday bread - Arab NewsSacred staple: Uzbekistan’s timeless tradition of everyday bread  Arab News

Central Asian states stepping up efforts to tackle water-related challenges - EurasianetCentral Asian states stepping up efforts to tackle water-related challenges  Eurasianet

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

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

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

Japan, Malaysia, Norway, Azerbaijan, Thailand, India, Uzbekistan, Saudi Arabia, and More Make the Ultimate 2025 Travel Bucket List for Indian Adventurers - Travel And Tour WorldJapan, Malaysia, Norway, Azerbaijan, Thailand, India, Uzbekistan, Saudi Arabia, and More Make the Ultimate 2025 Travel Bucket List for Indian Adventurers  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

Ikhlas Com Travel Unveils Exclusive Umrah Plus Packages at AATF 2025 Offering Affordable Full-Board Journeys to Türkiye and Uzbekistan - Travel And Tour WorldIkhlas Com Travel Unveils Exclusive Umrah Plus Packages at AATF 2025 Offering Affordable Full-Board Journeys to Türkiye and Uzbekistan  Travel And Tour World

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

Trump names Uzbekistan-born close aide – and Musk foe – Sergio Gor ambassador to India - Malay MailTrump names Uzbekistan-born close aide – and Musk foe – Sergio Gor ambassador to India  Malay Mail

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

WIPO Director General Wraps up Visit to Uzbekistan - World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO)WIPO Director General Wraps up Visit to Uzbekistan  World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO)

TBC Bank Group PLC and Titan Investments agreed to acquire OLX Uzbekistan from OLX B.V. - MarketScreenerTBC Bank Group PLC and Titan Investments agreed to acquire OLX Uzbekistan from OLX B.V.  MarketScreener

Uzbekistan Foreign Trade Reaches $44.4 Bn in January–July 2025 - Kursiv MediaUzbekistan Foreign Trade Reaches $44.4 Bn in January–July 2025  Kursiv Media

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

President of Uzbekistan receives delegation from Pakistan - AKI PressPresident of Uzbekistan receives delegation from Pakistan  AKI Press

TBC Bank forms joint venture to buy OLX Uzbekistan from Prosus - MarketScreenerTBC Bank forms joint venture to buy OLX Uzbekistan from Prosus  MarketScreener

Uzbekistan: Bukhara Road Network Improvement Project Phase 2 - Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank (AIIB)Uzbekistan: Bukhara Road Network Improvement Project Phase 2  Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank (AIIB)

Qatar-Uzbekistan trade at $1.8mn in 2024: PM - Qatar TribuneQatar-Uzbekistan trade at $1.8mn in 2024: PM  Qatar Tribune

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

Which car was produced the most in Uzbekistan over the past 7 months? - Zamin.uzWhich car was produced the most in Uzbekistan over the past 7 months?  Zamin.uz

Fintech Farm Launches Tezbank in Uzbekistan - Odessa JournalFintech Farm Launches Tezbank in Uzbekistan  Odessa Journal

Uzbekistan travel - Lonely PlanetUzbekistan travel  Lonely Planet

Uzbekistan National Day held in Osaka - qazinform.comUzbekistan National Day held in Osaka  qazinform.com

Uzbekistan exports $51M worth of sweet cherries and $18.8M worth of apricots in 2025 - FreshPlazaUzbekistan exports $51M worth of sweet cherries and $18.8M worth of apricots in 2025  FreshPlaza

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

Ukrainian Fintech Startup Launches Neobank in Uzbekistan - Kursiv MediaUkrainian Fintech Startup Launches Neobank in Uzbekistan  Kursiv Media

Entrepreneurs in Uzbekistan granted tax amnesty and additional benefits - AKI PressEntrepreneurs in Uzbekistan granted tax amnesty and additional benefits  AKI Press

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

Tashkent to host meeting on cooperation between Uzbekistan, Azerbaijan and Europe - qazinform.comTashkent to host meeting on cooperation between Uzbekistan, Azerbaijan and Europe  qazinform.com

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

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

NIO Is Going Global -- And This Time, It's Heading to Singapore, Costa Rica, and Uzbekistan - Yahoo FinanceNIO Is Going Global -- And This Time, It's Heading to Singapore, Costa Rica, and Uzbekistan  Yahoo Finance

Uzbekistan, China expand cooperation in geology - The Nation (Pakistan )Uzbekistan, China expand cooperation in geology  The Nation (Pakistan )

Nio plans expansion into Singapore, Uzbekistan, and Costa Rica in 2025 and 2026 - CnEVPostNio plans expansion into Singapore, Uzbekistan, and Costa Rica in 2025 and 2026  CnEVPost

Seeking the spirit of the Silk Road: Interfaith journey takes students to Uzbekistan - Emory UniversitySeeking the spirit of the Silk Road: Interfaith journey takes students to Uzbekistan  Emory University

TBC Bank Group Expands in Uzbekistan with OLX UZ Acquisition - Kursiv MediaTBC Bank Group Expands in Uzbekistan with OLX UZ Acquisition  Kursiv Media

President of Uzbekistan departs for Turkmenistan - qazinform.comPresident of Uzbekistan departs for Turkmenistan  qazinform.com

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

Will WTO Membership Make Doing Business in Uzbekistan Any Easier? - The Diplomat – Asia-Pacific Current Affairs MagazineWill WTO Membership Make Doing Business in Uzbekistan Any Easier?  The Diplomat – Asia-Pacific Current Affairs Magazine

Uzbekistan and China Discuss New Directions for Cultural Cooperation - UzDaily.uzUzbekistan and China Discuss New Directions for Cultural Cooperation  UzDaily.uz

Sadyr Japarov receives Head of Presidential Administration of Uzbekistan Saida Mirziyoyeva - AKI PressSadyr Japarov receives Head of Presidential Administration of Uzbekistan Saida Mirziyoyeva  AKI Press

Uzbekistan’s electricity production grows amid decline in thermal generation - Trend News AgencyUzbekistan’s electricity production grows amid decline in thermal generation  Trend News Agency

Uzbekistan hosts first IUCN Red List training to strengthen biodiversity conservation - International Union for Conservation of NatureUzbekistan hosts first IUCN Red List training to strengthen biodiversity conservation  International Union for Conservation of Nature

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 President Begins Working Visit to Turkmenistan - Kursiv MediaUzbekistan’s President Begins Working Visit to Turkmenistan  Kursiv Media

Kyrgyzstan and Uzbekistan vow to deepen strategic partnership - AKI PressKyrgyzstan and Uzbekistan vow to deepen strategic partnership  AKI Press

From Root to Fruit: Growing the Horticulture Sector in Uzbekistan - World BankFrom Root to Fruit: Growing the Horticulture Sector in Uzbekistan  World Bank

Uzbekistan - Country Economic Memorandum: Fostering Private Sector-Led Growth and Global Integration - World BankUzbekistan - Country Economic Memorandum: Fostering Private Sector-Led Growth and Global Integration  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

Uzbekistan and Kazakhstan agree to increase number of flights - AKI PressUzbekistan and Kazakhstan agree to increase number of flights  AKI Press

ADB Supports Digital Transformation of Uzbekistan’s Water Sector - Asian Development BankADB Supports Digital Transformation of Uzbekistan’s Water Sector  Asian Development Bank

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

2024 News items - Uzbekistan advances WTO accession negotiations, reaffirms commitment to conclude by 2026 - World Trade Organization2024 News items - Uzbekistan advances WTO accession negotiations, reaffirms commitment to conclude by 2026  World Trade Organization

Toss Makes Money Transfers from South Korea to Uzbekistan Free of Charge - Kursiv MediaToss Makes Money Transfers from South Korea to Uzbekistan Free of Charge  Kursiv Media

Uzbekistan, Turkmenistan and Azerbaijan to hold trilateral summit in Awaza - Kun.uzUzbekistan, Turkmenistan and Azerbaijan to hold trilateral summit in Awaza  Kun.uz

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)

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

Kazakhstan, Uzbekistan Boost Air Connectivity With More Flights - The Astana TimesKazakhstan, Uzbekistan Boost Air Connectivity With More Flights  The Astana Times

Washington Mayor Proclaims September 1 as Uzbekistan’s 34th Independence Day - Kursiv MediaWashington Mayor Proclaims September 1 as Uzbekistan’s 34th Independence Day  Kursiv Media

Uzbekistan to revise tariffs and simplify certification process for imports - Kun.uzUzbekistan to revise tariffs and simplify certification process for imports  Kun.uz

Pakistan, Uzbekistan to expand bilateral ties in defence - The Nation (Pakistan )Pakistan, Uzbekistan to expand bilateral ties in defence  The Nation (Pakistan )

Uzbekistan sees major growth in market services sector in early 2025 - Trend News AgencyUzbekistan sees major growth in market services sector in early 2025  Trend News Agency

OECD Public Governance Reviews: Uzbekistan - OECDOECD Public Governance Reviews: Uzbekistan  OECD

Uzbekistan explores investment opportunities with Bahraini Lamar Holding - Trend News AgencyUzbekistan explores investment opportunities with Bahraini Lamar Holding  Trend News Agency