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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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FIFA to open Central Asia regional office in Tashkent
SPORT | 18:08 / 15.12.2025
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China overtakes Uzbekistan as Kazakhstan’s top fruit and vegetable supplier
SOCIETY | 16:26 / 15.12.2025
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Jeddah–Tashkent flight diverted to Bahrain after onboard medical emergency
SOCIETY | 14:55 / 15.12.2025
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Central Bank cites remittances as key driver of currency stability
SOCIETY | 14:23 / 15.12.2025
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Women account for more than two-thirds of Uzbekistan's centenarians - Pension Fund
SOCIETY | 13:32 / 15.12.2025
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Citizens of Uzbekistan, Kazakhstan, and Kyrgyzstan rescued from human trafficking in Myanmar
SOCIETY | 13:24 / 15.12.2025
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World Bank approves $250 million loan to reform student financing in Uzbekistan
SOCIETY | 11:40 / 15.12.2025
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Uzbekistan tops medal table at Asian Youth Para Games 2025 in Dubai
SPORT | 10:02 / 15.12.2025
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Households without gas access may receive up to 50% electricity discount
POLITICS | 09:48 / 15.12.2025
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Uzbekistan aims to reduce car imports by individuals
SOCIETY | 16:19 / 12.12.2025
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Navoi and Chirchik to pilot income declaration system for citizens
SOCIETY | 16:16 / 12.12.2025
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Uzbekistan introduces stricter rules for e-services, imports, and VAT compliance
SOCIETY | 10:32 / 12.12.2025