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US lawmakers urge Trump to convene leaders’ summit with Central Asian countries
Members of the US Congress have sent a letter to President Donald Trump recommending the organization of a summit in the “Central Asia–US” (C5+1) format. The letter highlights that the forum presents a unique opportunity to strengthen cooperation with Central Asia and advance US strategic interests in the region.
POLITICS
Religious scholar Mubasshir Ahmad decides not to appeal court ruling – lawyer
“I believe Mubasshir Ahmad has surrendered to ‘fate’ and no longer wishes to engage in further disputes,” said his lawyer in a comment to Kun.uz. On 8 October, Judge Bobur Rahimov found the scholar guilty on all three charges brought by the investigative authorities and sentenced him to 2.5 years in prison.
SOCIETY
“Don’t fly Wizness class” – Canadian musician releases song about Wizz Air incident involving Uzbek student
Canadian musician Dave Carroll has released a new song dedicated to Suhrob Ubaydullaev, an Uzbek student who was denied boarding by Wizz Air in 2023. The song, titled Don’t fly Wizness class, is accompanied by a music video. Carroll’s previous song once forced major airlines to rethink their approach to customer service. Earlier, Suhrob told Kun.uz how the incident had left him stranded abroad.
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Competition Committee identifies and eliminates unjustified electricity and gas debts
SOCIETY | 13:45
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Tashkent to host 2029 Asian Youth Games
SPORT | 13:10
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Škoda may launch train assembly plant in Uzbekistan
SOCIETY | 12:02
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Uzbekistan and Finland expand partnership in trade, education, and green initiatives
POLITICS | 11:47
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Asian Youth Games 2025: Uzbekistan finishes second with 37 gold medals
SPORT | 21:42 / 31.10.2025
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Shadow and informal economy in Uzbekistan rises to 33% of GDP, topping $36 billion
BUSINESS | 19:04 / 31.10.2025
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Banned but paying taxes – TikTok listed among Uzbekistan’s major e-service taxpayers
SOCIETY | 19:03 / 31.10.2025
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President Mirziyoyev hosts official welcome for Finnish leader ahead of talks
POLITICS | 18:59 / 31.10.2025
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Road accidents drop after introduction of penalty point system in Uzbekistan
SOCIETY | 18:58 / 31.10.2025
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How to take IELTS in Uzbekistan: Experience, costs, preparation, and why it matters
SOCIETY | 17:48 / 31.10.2025
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Uzbekistan plans to increase electricity exports to Afghanistan
SOCIETY | 15:41 / 31.10.2025
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Uzbekistan’s trade deficit narrows as exports outpace imports
SOCIETY | 13:56 / 31.10.2025