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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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Samarkand region to receive $100 million for infrastructure upgrades and renovation projects
SOCIETY | 20:45
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Uzbekistan Airways scales back flights to Russia amid severe fuel shortages
SOCIETY | 19:41
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Tashkent to host first Silk Road Finance & Technology Forum as Uzbekistan pursues $1 billion investment goal
BUSINESS | 19:35
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Uzbekistan rolls out major tourism drive with subsidies, tax refunds, and influencer campaigns
TOURISM | 18:56
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Financial breakdown: How much teams will earn at the 2026 World Cup
SPORT | 17:19
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Government introduces Islamic financing options and water-saving tax breaks for agriculture
BUSINESS | 16:59
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Ministry of Foreign Affairs launches mobile app for consular services abroad
POLITICS | 16:47
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Health Ministry explains delay in tuition and housing benefits for medical workers
SOCIETY | 16:43
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Former NBU official in Fergana sentenced to 8.5 years for embezzling UZS 1.5 billion
SOCIETY | 16:27
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Uzhydromet issues three-day mudflow and flash flood warning for nine regions of Uzbekistan
SOCIETY | 16:22
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Uzbekistan head coach Fabio Cannavaro ranks among highest-paid managers at 2026 World Cup
SPORT | 15:59
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Elon Musk becomes world’s first trillionaire following historic SpaceX IPO
BUSINESS | 14:47