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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.
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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.
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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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Uzbekistan signs $10 million deal with China to boost agricultural machinery production
SOCIETY | 16:26
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Tashkent emergency services high-ranking official arrested for bribery
SOCIETY | 15:52
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More regional airports coming: Uzbekistan to enhance aviation connectivity
SOCIETY | 15:15
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Self-employed individuals to be exempt from state fees when registering as entrepreneurs or legal entities
SOCIETY | 15:14
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Chinese investor to launch LED factory and 4-star hotel in Bukhara
SOCIETY | 14:42
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Uzbekistan completes construction of its first digital power station
SOCIETY | 14:02
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How much will electricity from the nuclear power plant cost?
SOCIETY | 13:36
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From Navoi to the Ivy League: Rukhshona Sobirova’s journey to the University of Pennsylvania
SOCIETY | 13:35
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U.S. Labor Department cuts $38 million in foreign aid, including Uzbekistan projects
SOCIETY | 13:25
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Three stranded Uzbek women in Dubai repatriated with Consulate’s help
SOCIETY | 12:40
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Uzbekistan's national brand value rises in global rankings
SOCIETY | 12:32
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Uzbekistan increases gas exports despite production decline
SOCIETY | 19:23 / 25.03.2025

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


Who are Uzbekistan’s allies, and who could join in the future?
POLITICS | 16:23 / 06.03.2025
