Islam Karimov’s son sues ex-first lady of Uzbekistan

The subject of Petr Karimov's lawsuit against Tatyana Karimova is a dispute arising from the right of inheritance. Read more

“Someone always gets rejected” – US ambassador explains why the same half of applications for tourist and student visas are rejected

In an interview with the Alter Ego project, the Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary Ambassador of the United States of America, Jonathan Henick, spoke about why 47% of Uzbeks who applied for tourist and business visas in 2022 were refused, the consequences of going to the United States illegally, and what types of visas give the right to work in this country. Read more

Death cases at department of internal affairs: Why do the Ombudsman and the National Center stay silent?

The death of two consecutive citizens under investigation by the internal affairs bodies is the cause of great discussion on social networks and is widely covered by the mass media. However, two organizations that claim to protect human rights in Uzbekistan – the Ombudsman and the National Center for Human Rights, which receive billions of dollars from the budget – have remained silent. Read more

Qatar to participate in implementation of investment projects worth $12 billion in Uzbekistan

In the congress center of Samarkand city, talks were held between President of Uzbekistan Shavkat Mirziyoyev and Emir of Qatar Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani, who is in the country on a state visit. Read more

Energy Minister of Uzbekistan speaks about nuclear power plant, green energy and gas cooperation with China

The energy sector of Uzbekistan is undergoing a period of significant transformation. In an interview with Energy Intelligence in Tashkent, the Energy Minister of Uzbekistan Jurabek Mirzamakhmudov outlined the prospects and challenges that the sector is facing today. Read more

Shavkat Mirziyoyev solemnly welcomes President of Singapore at Kuksaroy residence (photos)

At the invitation of Shavkat Mirziyoyev, President of Singapore Halimah Yacob arrived in Uzbekistan on a state visit. Read more

“Program of liberalization of gas and electricity prices will be adopted by September” – Deputy Minister

According to the First Deputy Minister of Energy, Azim Ahmedkhodjayev, a new energy development program will be presented in Uzbekistan by September 2023, which includes the liberalization of gas and electricity prices and the introduction of social consumption standards. Read more

Deputy PM Jamshid Kuchkarov names 4 priorities of Uzbekistan for reducing poverty 

At the forum in Tashkent, the Deputy Prime Minister Jamshid Kuchkarov said that the government has identified agricultural reform, development of industry in villages, improvement of infrastructure and support for urbanization as the main directions in the fight against poverty. Read more

Minister of Transport Ilhom Mahkamov speaks about agreements with China

The technical-economic basis of the railway to be built from China to Uzbekistan is ready, the Minister of Transport Ilhom Mahkamov, who was interviewed by Kun.uz after the business forum in Xi’an, China, said. According to him, Chinese companies can start production of freight cars and electric buses in Uzbekistan. Read more

“Milliy Tiklanish” party to support Shavkat Mirziyoyev’s candidacy in election together with UzLiDeP

The “Milliy Tiklanish” party together with UzLiDeP announced that it will support Shavkat Mirziyoyev’s candidacy in the presidential election. Read more

Presidential elections to be held ahead of schedule in Uzbekistan

The relevant decree of the President has been signed. It was noted that the elections will be held in full compliance with the law, in an open and transparent manner. Read more

"A solid foundation has been created for the sustainable development of our statehood and economy" – Shavkat Mirziyoyev

It was noted that the absolute majority of citizens who participated in the referendum voted for the renewal of the Constitution. Read more

Police arrest man who embezzled more than $55 thousand, promising 47 people to send to Umrah 

Volume of remittances to Uzbekistan up

15-year-old boy who molested girls in kindergarten being prosecuted

Deal on sale of Aloqabank building for loan money canceled

Author of ACTIVIST project Hojiakbar Nosirov released

Shavkat Mirziyoyev holds talks with Federal Chancellor Olaf Scholz

President of the Republic of Uzbekistan Shavkat Mirziyoyev began his visit to Germany with negotiations with Federal Chancellor Olaf Scholz. Read more

Constitutional demand: Individuals who intervene in the activities of journalists will be held accountable

The updated constitution of Uzbekistan stipulates that interference in the activities of two professions causes liability: the first – media workers, and the second – judges. Read more

10 main changes in Uzbekistan’s new constitution

Uzbekistan’s 65% renewed Constitution entered into force on May 1. Kun.uz has listed the most important changes. Read more

MIA comments on the case of two men who are tortured during investigation

Spokesperson of the Ministry of Internal Affairs, Shohrukh Giyasov, said that the persons who were allegedly tortured were arrested on suspicion of committing serious crimes. Officers of the special services had to use physical force against them by due to detainees’ strong resistance during the operative event. Read more

Changes coming into force from May 1 announced

Kun.uz website traditionally reminds citizens of some changes in the legislation of Uzbekistan that will come into force from May 1, 2023. Read more

President of Tatarstan arrives in Uzbekistan

Today, April 24, the President of Tatarstan, Rustam Minnikhanov, arrived in Uzbekistan. Read more

Andijan region administration comments on scandalous video allegedly portraying governor Abdurahmonov

Earlier, an obscene video about Shuhrat Abdurahmonov was distributed on the social network. Read more

New law: Child support defaulters face up to 120 hours of mandatory community service

Sergeli tragedy: The situation requires a thorough investigation

The law enforcement bodies are investigating the possibility that the 27-year-old woman was driven to the point of suicide. According to a friend of the deceased who talked to Kun.uz, she may have been required to agree to her husband’s marriage to another wife. Read more

“We are one nation and one country” – President meets with people of Karakalpakstan

President Shavkat Mirziyoyev’s visit to the Republic of Karakalpakstan started from Kegeyli district. Here, the head of state met Karakalpak people and took part in the commissioning ceremony of 6 new production facilities, Kun.uz correspondent reports. Read more