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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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Uzbekistan, Russia agree on new joint quarantine controls for fruit and vegetable exports
BUSINESS | 12:27
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Domestic car production surges 10 percent as BYD and Cobalt lead growth
BUSINESS | 12:00
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President Mirziyoyev sends condolences to Philippine President following devastating earthquake
POLITICS | 11:43
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Uzbekistan to mandate income and asset declarations for judges and court staff
SOCIETY | 11:33
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Authorities uncover UZS 28.5 billion cashback fraud scheme in Fergana
SOCIETY | 11:30
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President Mirziyoyev reviews plans to transform air defense and military aviation systems
SOCIETY | 08:06
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Uzbekistan fall to late defeat against the Netherlands in World Cup warm-up
SPORT | 02:07
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Uzbekistan, Hong Kong to establish joint business council
BUSINESS | 23:00 / 08.06.2026
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Heavy rains trigger mudflow and flooding alerts in mountainous areas of Uzbekistan
SOCIETY | 20:35 / 08.06.2026
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Gazprom increased gas supplies to Uzbekistan by 15 percent in 2025
BUSINESS | 20:04 / 08.06.2026
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Uzbekistan’s gold holdings hit record 423 tons despite dip in total reserve value
BUSINESS | 20:01 / 08.06.2026
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Six killed and five injured in Kashkadarya gas station explosion
SOCIETY | 17:36 / 08.06.2026