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BUSINESS
EBRD projects Uzbekistan's GDP to expand by 6.5 percent in 2026
The European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD) projects that Uzbekistan’s economy will expand by 6.5 percent in 2026, followed by a 6 percent growth rate in 2027. According to the bank’s latest regional report, a potential slowdown in the Russian economy and rising inflationary pressures driven by conflicts in the Middle East remain the primary risks to this outlook.
SOCIETY
Ticket shortages and poor sanitation – Transport Minister addresses systemic railway issues
The acute shortage of rolling stock remains the primary obstacle facing the national railway system, according to Minister of Transport Ilhom Mahkamov. Presenting a report to the Legislative Chamber of Oliy Majlis on June 3, the minister stated that the network currently requires at least 120 additional passenger carriages to satisfy consumer demand.
POLITICS
Uzbekistan aims to raise urbanization rate to 65% by 2040 – President Mirziyoyev
Uzbekistan plans to increase its urbanization level from the current 51% to 65% by the end of 2040, President Shavkat Mirziyoyev announced during his address at the Leaders' Summit of the 13th World Urban Forum in Baku.
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Private-sector maternity benefit recipients nearly double in Uzbekistan after reforms
SOCIETY | 17:05
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Bukhara resident detained for allegedly taking nearly $20,000 with false promises of jobs in Germany.
SOCIETY | 16:48
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“All operators are busy” – Uzbekistan tackles long wait times on hotlines
SOCIETY | 14:49
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Criminal investigation launched into child torture allegations at Tashkent private kindergarten
SOCIETY | 14:44
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Uzbekistan ranks 123rd globally, second in Central Asia in new passport index
TOURISM | 11:57
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Gold export slump drives Uzbekistan's overall exports lower
BUSINESS | 11:45
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Businesses in Uzbekistan accelerate AI and cybersecurity investment to gain competitive edge
BUSINESS | 11:24
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Tashkent region jumps from seventh to third in population after census revision
SOCIETY | 11:09
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Fergana tax authorities block UZS 125.4 billion in fraudulent VAT claims after uncovering fake trade scheme
SOCIETY | 17:34 / 01.07.2026
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Uzbekistan's trade deficit widens to $7.5 billion as exports fall and imports surge
BUSINESS | 17:28 / 01.07.2026
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World Bank approves $100 million to upgrade primary education in Uzbekistan
SOCIETY | 17:16 / 01.07.2026
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Uzbekistan to subsidize cotton clusters and accelerate VAT refunds
BUSINESS | 17:05 / 01.07.2026