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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.
BUSINESS
Uzbekistan integrates into global financial system with major UzNIF debut in London
Uzbekistan opened a new chapter in its economic history on 18 May 2026, with the successful initial public offering (IPO) of the Uzbekistan National Investment Fund (UzNIF) on the London Stock Exchange. The landmark debut serves as a pivotal step toward the country’s integration into the global financial system.
SOCIETY
“Dear customer: your tariff is rising again” – why we’re paying for data we don’t even use
Another SMS. Another tariff increase. Another explanation that sounds generous on paper but feels quite different in reality.
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President Mirziyoyev urges graduates to prioritize practical skills and modern professions, pledges continued support
SOCIETY | 17:02
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Emigration from Uzbekistan drops by 4.1% in early 2026
SOCIETY | 13:09
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Central Bank reports 0.6% appreciation of national currency against greenback
BUSINESS | 13:04
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Classic colonialism – why Russia wants to alter history textbooks in the CIS
POLITICS | 13:01
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Shavkat Mirziyoyev sends condolences to Xi Jinping over deadly coal mine explosion
SOCIETY | 12:56
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Foreign citizens can secure tax residency in Uzbekistan under new rules
BUSINESS | 12:32
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Government to introduce new subsidies and tax exemptions to boost livestock production
SOCIETY | 12:30
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Thailand to end 60-day visa-free entry for 93 countries, including Uzbekistan
TOURISM | 12:29
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Tashkent launches additional air and bus services to regions for Eid al-Adha
SOCIETY | 07:30
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International flower festival in Namangan enters Guinness World Records
SOCIETY | 07:00
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Fabio Cannavaro announces Uzbekistan squad for World Cup
SPORT | 04:54
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Children’s Ombudsman reports sharp rise in child rights complaints for 2025, calls for stronger safeguards
SOCIETY | 17:28 / 23.05.2026