News and publications for 2026

Andijan for the first time in history welcomed a giant Airbus A330 with 354 passengers

The airport reaches a new level

Visa Accelerates Digital Payments

New SDK will give banks access to Visa Pay in a couple of clicks

FESCO Launches New Rail Service to Uzbekistan

China - Kazakhstan - Uzbekistan: New Rail Route Launched with 14-Day Delivery

Uzbekistan and Georgia Sharply Boost Industrial Partnership

New Memorandum Signed

Uzbekistan and Kazakhstan Unite Against Air Pollution: A Large-Scale Joint Project Kicks Off

The two countries are forming a working group to find scientific solutions to combat transboundary pollution and improve air quality in border regions.

Yandex Uzbekistan received ESG Awards 2026 for digital inclusion and educational projects

The company was recognized for service accessibility and IT education development in the country

AI Cluster Opens at TUIT: Focus on GPUs, Startups, and Applied Development

The new center will integrate education, research, and AI project launches into a single infrastructure

Stable Sum Exchange Rate Strengthens Purchasing Power in Uzbekistan

Inflation slows, and the dollar exchange rate remains within a narrow range

Over 60 Thousand Uzbekistan Residents to Receive Payments for Solar Energy

The state will compensate for electricity supplied to the grid under the "Solar Home" program

Uzbekistan and MBK Holding Agree to Expand Cooperation in AI

The parties discussed investments, digital infrastructure, and specialist training

Uzbekistan Project Develops AI Platform to Automate Kindergartens

EdTech startup ORDO attracted $100K investment at a valuation of $2M

Uzbekistan's Representative Joins Rosatom's IMPACT TEAM 2050 Youth Council

A MEPhI student from Tashkent will participate in developing initiatives for personnel development and promoting nuclear energy internationally.

Services Sector in Uzbekistan Grows

Trade, finance, transport, and the IT sector made the main contribution to growth

Largest Visa Operators Recognized as Dominant in Uzbekistan Market

Companies processing visas to European countries, the USA, Great Britain, and Israel came under special scrutiny

World Bank to Allocate $105 Million to Uzbekistan for School Reform

The funds will be directed towards improving the quality of primary education, developing infrastructure, and preparing students for the demands of the modern economy

Uzbekistan Becomes Leader in Air Cargo Growth in Central Asia

The region strengthens its role as a transit hub between Europe and Asia amid the restructuring of global logistics routes

Direct Flight Between Tashkent and Amman to Launch: Starting June 30

The new route strengthens transport links between Uzbekistan and Jordan and simplifies travel between the countries

Uzbekistan's International Airports Enhance Screening: US Delivers New Gas Analyzers

LEIDOS equipment will enable faster detection of explosive traces and improve aviation security

Electricity supply fully restored in Tashkent after accident at "Yuksak" substation

The failure affected tens of thousands of subscribers and parts of the capital's districts, but the power system quickly returned to normal operation

Uzbekistan Strengthens Financial Ties with China: 700 Million Yuan Attracted from Eximbank

New Credit Line Expands Access to Financing and Strengthens Trade and Economic Cooperation Between the Two Countries

Uzbekistan Becomes a Magnet for Investors: Nuclear Energy, Islamic Finance, and Demographic Growth

International institutions see the country as a promising capital hub amidst energy and financial reforms

Uzbekistan Prepares to Ban Social Media for Teenagers Under 16: New Bill Under Discussion

Authorities plan to introduce strict regulation of the digital environment for minors, based on international experience

The number of companies with foreign capital in Uzbekistan approached 20 thousand

Amid growing investment activity

Rail freight transportation in Uzbekistan reached 28 million tons

Amidst growing industrial activity

Uzbekistan and UNIDO to Create a Regional Green Technology Hub: A Course Towards the Industry of the Future

The new center will become a platform for implementing energy-efficient solutions and eco-friendly production in Central Asia

Uzbekistan's Tax Committee Clarifies Rules for Bank Data Exchange

Demand for currency in Uzbekistan increased by 20%

Foreign exchange market turnover increased, while the som exchange rate remained relatively stable

Uzum Avto service launched nationwide: car ads now available across Uzbekistan

The platform has expanded its coverage and enhanced ad placement automation

Uzbekistan Gains Access to Global Standards: The Country Will Become a Full Member of IEC

The new status will allow participation in the development of international norms and simplify the export of electrical products

A private clinic with a focus on neurorehabilitation and modern Japanese methods to open in the capital of Uzbekistan

Japanese specialists will help rehabilitate stroke patients: Kitahara Group center to open in Tashkent