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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.
SOCIETY
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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President Shavkat Mirziyoyev hosts Chinese delegation to discuss strengthening bilateral ties
POLITICS | 16:55
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Uzbekistan considers ending cashback for cash payments from July 2025
SOCIETY | 16:06
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Uzbekistan ratifies economic and investment agreements with three countries
SOCIETY | 15:26
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Wages, job trends, and migration: Key findings on Uzbekistan’s labor market
SOCIETY | 14:20
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Entry to Samarkand to be restricted on April 3-5 for major international summit
SOCIETY | 14:05
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Only students with GPA 3.5+ eligible for grants under new regulations
SOCIETY | 13:46
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Uzbekistan’s trade deficit reached $17.4 billion in 2024 – Central Bank
BUSINESS | 13:44
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Authorities investigate gas explosion at Andijan mosque
SOCIETY | 13:27
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Heating season ends: Gas consumption limit reduced to 100 cubic meters
SOCIETY | 13:19
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Classes to be suspended at 10 Samarkand institutions during EU-Central Asia summit
SOCIETY | 12:32
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UAE court issues death penalty to three Uzbek nationals accused of killing Jewish Rabbi, Uzbekistan’s MFA says “ruling is not final”
SOCIETY | 12:16
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Gas explosion in Andijan mosque leaves three dead, ten hospitalized
SOCIETY | 19:47 / 31.03.2025
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
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
Cancer, desperation, and a hospice that never opens: Why Uzbekistan’s terminally ill patients face a painful end
SOCIETY | 19:37 / 17.03.2025
A passion for English: Young Uzbek girl aims high with her language skills
SOCIETY | 16:54 / 15.03.2025
From Mercedes to Malibu: Uzbekistan’s top officials swap luxury cars for locally made vehicles
POLITICS | 14:15 / 13.03.2025