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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Tired of UK, US visa policy? Uzbekistan to offer 5-yr residency for Rs 2 cr - Business StandardTired of UK, US visa policy? Uzbekistan to offer 5-yr residency for Rs 2 cr  Business Standard

Uzbekistan’s Struggle to Regulate Privately Organized Muslim Pilgrimage Tours Continues - The Diplomat – Asia-Pacific Current Affairs MagazineUzbekistan’s Struggle to Regulate Privately Organized Muslim Pilgrimage Tours Continues  The Diplomat – Asia-Pacific Current Affairs Magazine

Uzbekistan girl recreates Kareena Kapoor’s iconic moves from Mujhse Dosti Karoge, steals hearts on the Internet - The Indian ExpressUzbekistan girl recreates Kareena Kapoor’s iconic moves from Mujhse Dosti Karoge, steals hearts on the Internet  The Indian Express

Lavrov in Uzbekistan: Criticism, Controversy, and Clashing Narratives - The Times Of Central AsiaLavrov in Uzbekistan: Criticism, Controversy, and Clashing Narratives  The Times Of Central Asia

Little girl from Uzbekistan recreates Kareena Kapoor's Oh My Darling dance in video - India TodayLittle girl from Uzbekistan recreates Kareena Kapoor's Oh My Darling dance in video  India Today

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

Labourers and Couriers: Uzbeks in the Balkans at Risk of Exploitation - Balkan InsightLabourers and Couriers: Uzbeks in the Balkans at Risk of Exploitation  Balkan Insight

Q&A: Our region has a historic chance to prosper — Uzbekistan leader - Euronews.comQ&A: Our region has a historic chance to prosper — Uzbekistan leader  Euronews.com

NSO lawyer names Mexico, Saudi Arabia, and Uzbekistan as spyware customers accused of 2019 WhatsApp hacks - TechCrunchNSO lawyer names Mexico, Saudi Arabia, and Uzbekistan as spyware customers accused of 2019 WhatsApp hacks  TechCrunch

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 Set to Join Turkey, Egypt, UAE, Thailand, and Vietnam as a Top Travel Destination for Russian Tourists in the May 2025 Holidays, Offering Affordable Luxury, Rich Culture, and Scenic Landscapes - Travel And Tour WorldUzbekistan Set to Join Turkey, Egypt, UAE, Thailand, and Vietnam as a Top Travel Destination for Russian Tourists in the May 2025 Holidays, Offering Affordable Luxury, Rich Culture, and Scenic Landscapes  Travel And Tour World

Uzbekistan: New Golden Visa Pathway Forthcoming - FragomenUzbekistan: New Golden Visa Pathway Forthcoming  Fragomen

Uzbekistan Begins Exporting New Harvest Onions: Prices Twice as High as Last Year - EastFruitUzbekistan Begins Exporting New Harvest Onions: Prices Twice as High as Last Year  EastFruit

Health Sector in Uzbekistan Gets Additional US$ 10 Million Financing Boost from Islamic Development Bank - isdb.orgHealth Sector in Uzbekistan Gets Additional US$ 10 Million Financing Boost from Islamic Development Bank  isdb.org

COMMENT: Business and Government in a new partnership for Uzbekistan’s future - bne IntelliNewsCOMMENT: Business and Government in a new partnership for Uzbekistan’s future  bne IntelliNews

Kyrgyzstan and Uzbekistan agree on joint use of Chechme spring - AKIpress News AgencyKyrgyzstan and Uzbekistan agree on joint use of Chechme spring  AKIpress News Agency

Uzbekistan Introduces New 5-Year Donation-Based Golden Visa - IMI DailyUzbekistan Introduces New 5-Year Donation-Based Golden Visa  IMI Daily

Uzbekistan’s adorable tiny star steals the show with Kareena Kapoor’s ‘Oh My Darling’ dance. Netizens say, - The Economic TimesUzbekistan’s adorable tiny star steals the show with Kareena Kapoor’s ‘Oh My Darling’ dance. Netizens say,  The Economic Times

President of Uzbekistan makes phone call to President Ilham Aliyev - AzerNewsPresident of Uzbekistan makes phone call to President Ilham Aliyev  AzerNews

Uzbekistan to Introduce Golden Visa Program From June 1, 2025 - VisaGuide.WorldUzbekistan to Introduce Golden Visa Program From June 1, 2025  VisaGuide.World

TBC Uzbekistan launches a fully digital SME lending solution - The PaypersTBC Uzbekistan launches a fully digital SME lending solution  The Paypers

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

Uzbekistan Airways minority stake IPO slated for 2026 - ch-aviationUzbekistan Airways minority stake IPO slated for 2026  ch-aviation

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

Final heartbreak for Saudi Arabia against nine-man Uzbekistan - Arab NewsFinal heartbreak for Saudi Arabia against nine-man Uzbekistan  Arab News

Uzbekistan to Offer Five-Year Residence Permits to Foreign Investors Starting June - The Astana TimesUzbekistan to Offer Five-Year Residence Permits to Foreign Investors Starting June  The Astana Times

India and Uzbekistan share timeless ties of history and heritage: Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla at 150th IPU assembly - DD NewsIndia and Uzbekistan share timeless ties of history and heritage: Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla at 150th IPU assembly  DD News

Uzbekistan's Golden Visa Offers 5-Year Residency For USD 250,000 Donation - Travel and Leisure AsiaUzbekistan's Golden Visa Offers 5-Year Residency For USD 250,000 Donation  Travel and Leisure Asia

Governments of Uzbekistan, Afghanistan and Pakistan to sign railway project - AzerNewsGovernments of Uzbekistan, Afghanistan and Pakistan to sign railway project  AzerNews

Little girl from Uzbekistan recreates Kareena Kapoor's Oh My Darling dance in video - MSNLittle girl from Uzbekistan recreates Kareena Kapoor's Oh My Darling dance in video  MSN

Uzbekistan, Kyrgyzstan agree on joint use of Chashma spring - Daryo.uzUzbekistan, Kyrgyzstan agree on joint use of Chashma spring  Daryo.uz

Uzbekistan travel - Lonely PlanetUzbekistan travel  Lonely Planet

Uzbekistan strikes mineral deals in U.S. - The HinduUzbekistan strikes mineral deals in U.S.  The Hindu

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

Uzbek Farmers Say They're Being Forced To Surrender Land To Chinese Firms - Radio Free Europe/Radio LibertyUzbek Farmers Say They're Being Forced To Surrender Land To Chinese Firms  Radio Free Europe/Radio Liberty

Uzbekistan and Russia Advance Trans-Afghan Railway Project to Pakistan - The Times Of Central AsiaUzbekistan and Russia Advance Trans-Afghan Railway Project to Pakistan  The Times Of Central Asia

China’s J-10C “Dogfights” Rafale Fighters For Uzbekistan Air Force Deal As It Looks To Modernize Its Military - EurAsian TimesChina’s J-10C “Dogfights” Rafale Fighters For Uzbekistan Air Force Deal As It Looks To Modernize Its Military  EurAsian Times

Meghalaya principal secretary Syed Md A Razi found dead in Uzbekistan hotel room - Times of IndiaMeghalaya principal secretary Syed Md A Razi found dead in Uzbekistan hotel room  Times of India

Uzbekistan declares win against Turkish cotton investors - Global Arbitration ReviewUzbekistan declares win against Turkish cotton investors  Global Arbitration Review

Fitch on Uzbekistan 2025 - Fitch RatingsFitch on Uzbekistan 2025  Fitch Ratings

Chinese FM meets with Uzbek FM - XinhuaChinese FM meets with Uzbek FM  Xinhua

Uzbekistan Airways Partners with Global Industry Leaders at the KITF-2025 International Exhibition in Almaty to Foster Tourism Growth and Strengthen Regional Connectivity - Travel And Tour WorldUzbekistan Airways Partners with Global Industry Leaders at the KITF-2025 International Exhibition in Almaty to Foster Tourism Growth and Strengthen Regional Connectivity  Travel And Tour World

Uzbekistan secures $10mn boost from IsDB to strengthen health sector - Daryo.uzUzbekistan secures $10mn boost from IsDB to strengthen health sector  Daryo.uz

Uzbekistan sold $3.57B worth of gold since start of 2025 - Zamin.uzUzbekistan sold $3.57B worth of gold since start of 2025  Zamin.uz

Uzbekistan Launches New Five-Year Golden Visa from June 1, 2025, Offering Residency via USD 250,000 Donation in Tashkent, Samarkand, Bukhara, and Across the Country - Travel And Tour WorldUzbekistan Launches New Five-Year Golden Visa from June 1, 2025, Offering Residency via USD 250,000 Donation in Tashkent, Samarkand, Bukhara, and Across the Country  Travel And Tour World

China’s Expanding Footprint in Uzbekistan - The Diplomat – Asia-Pacific Current Affairs MagazineChina’s Expanding Footprint in Uzbekistan  The Diplomat – Asia-Pacific Current Affairs Magazine

National Leader of Turkmenistan arrives in Uzbekistan - Latest news from AzerbaijanNational Leader of Turkmenistan arrives in Uzbekistan  Latest news from Azerbaijan

Uzbekistan Pavilion at Expo 2025 Osaka draws on ancient Silk Road shelters - DezeenUzbekistan Pavilion at Expo 2025 Osaka draws on ancient Silk Road shelters  Dezeen

Share of NPLs in Uzbekistan edges down from 4.5% to 4.3% in March - Daryo.uzShare of NPLs in Uzbekistan edges down from 4.5% to 4.3% in March  Daryo.uz

Uzbekistan to introduce golden visas scheme from June 2025 - Travel TomorrowUzbekistan to introduce golden visas scheme from June 2025  Travel Tomorrow

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

Central Asia’s Mineral Magnet: Why China Is Doubling Down on Uzbekistan - The China-Global South ProjectCentral Asia’s Mineral Magnet: Why China Is Doubling Down on Uzbekistan  The China-Global South Project

A Central Asian road trip from Kazakhstan to Uzbekistan - Lonely PlanetA Central Asian road trip from Kazakhstan to Uzbekistan  Lonely Planet

Top Russian diplomat visits Uzbekistan to deepen strategic alliance, celebrate World War II anniversary - Anadolu AjansiTop Russian diplomat visits Uzbekistan to deepen strategic alliance, celebrate World War II anniversary  Anadolu Ajansi

Uzbekistan wins Div 4 in first-ever IIHF event - IIHFUzbekistan wins Div 4 in first-ever IIHF event  IIHF

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

Uzbekistan and Russia move forward with Trans-Afghan railway project to Pakistan - Amu TVUzbekistan and Russia move forward with Trans-Afghan railway project to Pakistan  Amu TV

Uzbekistan, US companies ink minerals deals - Mining.comUzbekistan, US companies ink minerals deals  Mining.com

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

Uzbekistan looks to skies with French-backed cable car plans - Trend News AgencyUzbekistan looks to skies with French-backed cable car plans  Trend News Agency

Towards People-Centered Governance: Uzbekistan Expands Public Service Reform with EU and UNDP Support - United Nations Development ProgrammeTowards People-Centered Governance: Uzbekistan Expands Public Service Reform with EU and UNDP Support  United Nations Development Programme

Iranian private sector ready for joint investments in Uzbekistan - Tehran TimesIranian private sector ready for joint investments in Uzbekistan  Tehran Times

Uzbekistan Attracts Over $8.7 Billion in Foreign Investment in First Quarter of 2025 - The Times Of Central AsiaUzbekistan Attracts Over $8.7 Billion in Foreign Investment in First Quarter of 2025  The Times Of Central Asia

Uzbekistan claim second AFC U17 title with Saudi Arabia win - Inside World FootballUzbekistan claim second AFC U17 title with Saudi Arabia win  Inside World Football

Uzbekistan: Free Blogger from Forced Psychiatric Detention - Human Rights WatchUzbekistan: Free Blogger from Forced Psychiatric Detention  Human Rights Watch

Representatives of the Ministries of Defense of Azerbaijan and Uzbekistan met in Baku - Aze.MediaRepresentatives of the Ministries of Defense of Azerbaijan and Uzbekistan met in Baku  Aze.Media

First EU-Central Asia summit, 4 April 2025 - consilium.europa.euFirst EU-Central Asia summit, 4 April 2025  consilium.europa.eu

Uzbekistan's Silk Mirage: Is Freedom Of Speech Heading 'Back To The Future'? - Radio Free Europe/Radio LibertyUzbekistan's Silk Mirage: Is Freedom Of Speech Heading 'Back To The Future'?  Radio Free Europe/Radio Liberty

Changes in taxation in Uzbekistan from 2025 - EYChanges in taxation in Uzbekistan from 2025  EY

Uzbekistan - EBRDUzbekistan  EBRD

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

First EU-Central Asia summit to take place on 3-4 April 2025 - EEASFirst EU-Central Asia summit to take place on 3-4 April 2025  EEAS

Uzbekistan can be a gateway for Indian companies in CIS region: Envoy - Deccan HeraldUzbekistan can be a gateway for Indian companies in CIS region: Envoy  Deccan Herald

Bankrupt Turkish textile firm Bursel loses $700M arbitration case against Uzbekistan - Türkiye TodayBankrupt Turkish textile firm Bursel loses $700M arbitration case against Uzbekistan  Türkiye Today

Beeline Uzbekistan offers data bonus with car insurance purchase on app - TelecompaperBeeline Uzbekistan offers data bonus with car insurance purchase on app  Telecompaper

"Apricot Blossom" festival held in Batken with participants from Kyrgyzstan and Uzbekistan - AKIpress News Agency"Apricot Blossom" festival held in Batken with participants from Kyrgyzstan and Uzbekistan  AKIpress News Agency

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

Gas Blast At Uzbekistan Mosque Kills 3, Injures 10 On Eid - NDTVGas Blast At Uzbekistan Mosque Kills 3, Injures 10 On Eid  NDTV

IAEA Building “Strong Cooperation” with Uzbekistan in Nuclear Energy and Health - International Atomic Energy AgencyIAEA Building “Strong Cooperation” with Uzbekistan in Nuclear Energy and Health  International Atomic Energy Agency

President of Uzbekistan makes phone call to President Ilham Aliyev - Trend News AgencyPresident of Uzbekistan makes phone call to President Ilham Aliyev  Trend News Agency

Tasting tradition: from plov in Tashkent to samsa in Parkent - Euronews.comTasting tradition: from plov in Tashkent to samsa in Parkent  Euronews.com

EU-Uzbekistan enhanced partnership could be signed this year - Euronews.comEU-Uzbekistan enhanced partnership could be signed this year  Euronews.com

Unlikely Connections: A Glimpse of Uzbekistan in the Deccan - thewire.inUnlikely Connections: A Glimpse of Uzbekistan in the Deccan  thewire.in

Uzbekistan win AFC U-17 Asian Cup despite two red cards (video) - Gazeta.uzUzbekistan win AFC U-17 Asian Cup despite two red cards (video)  Gazeta.uz

Pakistan’s FM expresses hope for trilateral rail agreement with Afghanistan, Uzbekistan - Amu TVPakistan’s FM expresses hope for trilateral rail agreement with Afghanistan, Uzbekistan  Amu TV

Uzbekistan trying to lure labor migrants back home - EurasianetUzbekistan trying to lure labor migrants back home  Eurasianet

Prevention and control of noncommunicable disease in Uzbekistan. The case for investment (2018) - World Health Organization (WHO)Prevention and control of noncommunicable disease in Uzbekistan. The case for investment (2018)  World Health Organization (WHO)

Uzbekistan to host CITES CoP20 in historic city of Samarkand in 2025 - cites.orgUzbekistan to host CITES CoP20 in historic city of Samarkand in 2025  cites.org

Central Asia Opens Diplomatic Rift With Turkiye Over Cyprus - The Diplomat – Asia-Pacific Current Affairs MagazineCentral Asia Opens Diplomatic Rift With Turkiye Over Cyprus  The Diplomat – Asia-Pacific Current Affairs Magazine

In the Land of the Vishwaguru, We Are Frogs in a Well - thewire.inIn the Land of the Vishwaguru, We Are Frogs in a Well  thewire.in

Meet the German architects behind the Uzbekistan Pavilion at Expo 2025 - Euronews.comMeet the German architects behind the Uzbekistan Pavilion at Expo 2025  Euronews.com

Uzbekistan embarks on a journey to protect its landscapes and secure food systems - IUCNUzbekistan embarks on a journey to protect its landscapes and secure food systems  IUCN

"Donald Trump invited to Uzbekistan" – US Ambassador - Zamin.uz"Donald Trump invited to Uzbekistan" – US Ambassador  Zamin.uz

Uzbekistan - World Bank BlogsUzbekistan  World Bank Blogs

IAEA Reviews the Safety of Uzbekistan’s 65-Year-Old Research Reactor - International Atomic Energy AgencyIAEA Reviews the Safety of Uzbekistan’s 65-Year-Old Research Reactor  International Atomic Energy Agency

Central Asia becoming key transit hub of Eurasia - representative of Association of International Road Carriers of Uzbekistan - AKIpress News AgencyCentral Asia becoming key transit hub of Eurasia - representative of Association of International Road Carriers of Uzbekistan  AKIpress News Agency

The fate of a ranting driver raises doubts about the “new” Uzbekistan - The EconomistThe fate of a ranting driver raises doubts about the “new” Uzbekistan  The Economist

Secretary Rubio’s Call with Uzbekistan Foreign Minister Saidov - U.S. Department of State (.gov)Secretary Rubio’s Call with Uzbekistan Foreign Minister Saidov  U.S. Department of State (.gov)

World Report 2025: Rights Trends in Uzbekistan - Human Rights WatchWorld Report 2025: Rights Trends in Uzbekistan  Human Rights Watch

How the Uzbekistan-Germany Labour Migration Agreement Affects the EU-Central Asia Partnership - SpecialEurasiaHow the Uzbekistan-Germany Labour Migration Agreement Affects the EU-Central Asia Partnership  SpecialEurasia