Alisher Kadirov once again speaks about privatization of energy sector

In winter, Uzbeks often criticize the authorities because of regular gas and electricity cuts. This is especially evident now in the regions of the country. Alisher Kadirov, Deputy Speaker of the Legislative Chamber of Oliy Majlis, believes that privatization of the energy sector will solve many problems. The deputy also published a night photo of New York. Read more

Political scientists comment on Volodin’s advice about Uzbekistan

In an interview with Kun.uz, political scientists Farkhod Tolipov, Kamoliddin Rabbimov and economic analyst Abdulla Abdukadirov said that the advice given by the Chairman of the Russian State Duma Vyacheslav Volodin to the Uzbek authorities to avoid contact with America was an insult against the state. Read more

Court trial on mass riots in Nukus begins

22 defendants were indicted on more than ten articles of the Criminal Code. Read more

Uzbekistan chess team bags silver at FIDE World Team Championship

In the decisive match, Uzbek chess players lost to the Chinese team with a score of 1.5-2.5. Read more

Sherzod Khodjayev speaks about electricity, Lukoil, graphics, thrift and theft

Due to the threat of blackout, it is necessary to establish restrictions on electricity supply in Uzbekistan. Electricity began to go out for hours in some places before it got really cold. Deputy Minister of Energy Sherzod Khodjayev answered journalists’ questions at the November 16 press conference. Read more

Akbar Toshkulov appointed Minister of Justice

By the decree of the President of Uzbekistan, Akbar Toshkulov has been approved for the post of the Minister of Justice of Uzbekistan. Read more

“We can overcome difficulties through friendship, cooperation and mutual support” – Mirziyoyev delivers speech at OTS Summit in Samarkand

The OTS Summit has kicked off in Samarkand. The President of Uzbekistan Shavkat Mirziyoyev delivered a speech at the event. Read more

“Entering Turkey means accessing world markets by sea” – Analysts speak about importance of the Turkic Council

Economist Abdulla Abdukodirov and political scientist Kamoliddin Rabbimov spoke about the importance of the organization for Uzbekistan during a round table organized by Kun.uz dedicated to the Organization of Turkic States and its Samarkand summit. Read more

“Don’t let your child sent to Russia become the next victim” – Uzbek immigrant warns compatriots

After the publication of an article entitled “Citizens of Uzbekistan convicted of crimes in Russia sent to war in Ukraine” on the Kun.uz site, Bakhtiyor Tursun, an Uzbek living in exile in Russia, contacted the site’s editorial office and gave examples of how Uzbeks are trapped. Read more

“Communication and trust have decreased to an unprecedented level” – Shavkat Mirziyoyev delivers a speech at CICA summit 

On October 13, President of Uzbekistan Shavkat Mirziyoyev spoke at a meeting of the Conference on Interaction and Confidence Building Measures in Asia (CICA). Read more

Exclusive interview: An Uzbek lady, daughter of late Abdulla Oripov, runs 72 schools in America

Mavluda Oripova, the daughter of the beloved poet of the Uzbek nation, Abdulla Oripov, studied for a doctorate in the United States and heads a center in Texas that directs students to higher education institutions and professions. In an interview with Kun.uz, Read more

Internet users discuss topic of air pollution in Tashkent

‘Uzbekistan is committed to respecting the territorial integrity of other countries’ – MFA

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs has issued a statement regarding the increasing number of Russian citizens in Uzbekistan following the mobilization in Russia. Read more

Shavkat Mirziyoyev instructs to create facilities for people in railway and aviation

On September 28, President Shavkat Mirziyoyev held a meeting on the issue of speeding up reforms in the transport sector. Read more

Vladimir Norov urges to prevent isolation of Afghanistan 

On September 24, in New York, the Minister of Foreign Affairs of Uzbekistan Vladimir Norov spoke at the general debate of the 77th UNGA session.  Read more

“Uzbekistan emphasizes global cooperation, not global competition in the form of the SCO” – Kamoliddin Rabbimov

On September 16, the next summit of the Shanghai Cooperation Organization will begin in Samarkand. Read more

President: “Samarkand summit can become the platform that unites states with different foreign policy priorities”

After a three-year pandemic pause that has caused serious disruption in trade, economic and industrial ties, the countries and peoples of the SCO need to communicate directly, says Shavkat Mirziyoev in an article titled “The SCO Samarkand Summit: Dialogue and Cooperation in an Interconnected World”. Read more

“Before talking to the prosecutor, you had to maintain the school construction” - President criticized governor of Surkhandarya

A videoconference meeting was held under the chairmanship of President Shavkat Mirziyoyev. The head of state specifically touched on the issue of building new schools in the regions. Read more

Amanbay Orinbayev approved as chairman of Jokargy Kenes

President sharply criticizes leadership of Karakalpakstan

President: Now the new governors cannot cancel the old governor’s decision to allocate land to a businessman

President Shavkat Mirziyoyev spoke about the protection of property rights of entrepreneurs. Read more

Shavkat Mirziyoyev performs Umrah pilgrimage (photos) 

During his visit to Saudi Arabia, President Shavkat Mirziyoyev also visited the holy city of Mecca and performed Umrah. Read more

Shavkat Mirziyoyev holds negotiations with Mohammed bin Salman Al Saud

President of Uzbekistan Shavkat Mirziyoyev traveled to Jeddah on August 17 as part of a state visit to Saudi Arabia. Read more

Shavkat Mirziyoyev arrives in Saudi Arabia

“Many expected Komilov’s dismissal” – Activists speak about activity of the courts

Chairman of the Supreme Court Kozimjon Komilov has been the highest-ranking official dismissed following the changes in the presidential administration. According to analysts, it was also caused by the growing dissatisfaction of people with judicial authorities. Read more

Uzbekistan supports One China policy – MFA 

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Uzbekistan has issued a statement regarding the aggravation of relations between China and Taiwan. Read more

Mirziyoyev outlines most important aspects for further development of SCO