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Uzbekistan’s doctoral system: Western standards on paper, Soviet legacy in practice
The doctoral education system in Uzbekistan is overly complicated for researchers, and scientific works, dissertations, and articles are losing their value. Scientific advisors lack sufficient knowledge… These were the main theses of a recently published article in a reputable international journal. Kun.uz revisited this pressing issue and discussed it with education experts.
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Surkhandarya farmer dies in custody during questioning in murder investigation
In Surkhandarya, during the investigation into a murder involving a family of three, many local men were taken to the Uzun District Internal Affairs Department (IAD) for questioning.
SOCIETY
Water crisis in Central Asia: Is Uzbekistan at risk due to Taliban's Kushtepa canal?
In the 20th century, states and corporations fiercely competed for oil — the main strategic resource of the industrial age. In the 21st century, however, another, even more valuable resource has taken the forefront: water.
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Authorities warn gas stations against unjustified fuel price increases
SOCIETY | 16:13
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Sadyr Japarov urges EU investment in Kyrgyz hydropower, rare metals
POLITICS | 16:12
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Uzbekistan proposes long-term roadmap for Central Asia–EU cooperation
POLITICS | 15:58
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Justice Ministry introduces stricter controls on digital money transfers, making sender details mandatory
SOCIETY | 15:57
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President Mirziyoyev warns of security threats, advocates engagement with Afghanistan
POLITICS | 15:56
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“Leapmotor” vehicles to be retested in Uzbekistan with participation of Chinese experts amid certification dispute
SOCIETY | 14:53
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“Diplomacy is the only path forward in resolving the Ukraine crisis” — Shavkat Mirziyoyev
POLITICS | 14:51
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Uzbekistan rises in FIFA rankings
SPORT | 14:01
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Uzbekistan plans to build 3,000 micro hydropower plants by 2026
SOCIETY | 13:37
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Uzbekistan may feel secondary effects of Trump’s global tariff policy
SOCIETY | 12:16
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Business Ombudsman challenges EV import restrictions in Uzbekistan
SOCIETY | 12:14
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Real estate market cools: Price growth slows and sales volume decline in 2024
SOCIETY | 12:05

12:40 / 28.02.2025
Senator sends inquiry to Preschool and School Education Ministry on child abuse cases in kindergartens
SOCIETY | 12:10 / 28.02.2025
POLITICS | 18:42 / 27.02.2025

The story of a student who transformed a container into a learning center in Fergana’s Vodil
SOCIETY | 17:10 / 03.04.2025


Unlocking opportunities with IELTS: How British Council supports IELTS success in Uzbekistan
SOCIETY | 16:30 / 03.04.2025


Market manipulation? Leapmotor’s import ban sparks controversy
BUSINESS | 15:37 / 03.04.2025


China to finance Mulalak hydropower plant construction in Uzbekistan
POLITICS | 15:20 / 29.03.2025


From a football fan’s dream to reality: The story of a Fergana man who built his own Eiffel Tower
SOCIETY | 12:47 / 25.03.2025


“Drivers’ interests should come last” – Speed tolerance hike faces public backlash
SOCIETY | 15:44 / 22.03.2025


From anthem to exile: Family recalls Abdulla Oripov’s struggles and legacy
SOCIETY | 13:24 / 22.03.2025


"Open Budget" scandal: Pakhtachi medical chief forces employees to collect votes, insulting those who refuse
SOCIETY | 13:31 / 19.03.2025
