News and publications for 2026

Uzbekistan and South Korea to unite efforts for "smart" hospitals: medicine is being elevated to a new level

The parties agreed to implement digital clinic management systems and study Korean Smart Hospital standards

Russia and Uzbekistan Create a "Digital Bridge": IT Companies Prepare Joint Projects

Russian developers will enter the Uzbek market, and negotiations should result not only in presentations but also in real contracts

Uzbekistan Gains New Status in Global Electrical Engineering: The Country Will Join the IEC as a Full Member

Starting from 2027, Uzbek specialists will be able to participate in the development of international standards - this opens up new opportunities for IT, AI, cybersecurity, and energy sectors

Uzbekistan Achieves a Real Breakthrough at IOI 2026: All National Team Members Win Medals

Historic Result in Tashkent: Students Win Silver and Three Bronzes, Plus One Participant Receives "Honorable Mention"

Uzbekistan to elevate energy sector: problems to be identified before outages

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Yandex Maps Launches "Green" Routes for Pedestrians in Tashkent

The new feature selects paths through greener and potentially cooler areas of the city, considering tree density and temperature.

Uzbekistan and China Prepare New Investment Projects

Representatives of the two countries discussed cooperation in resource extraction, the chemical industry, food production, and raw material processing

Uzbekistan Prepares Large-Scale Capital Market Reform with New Financial Instruments

New bill provides for the introduction of derivatives, development of stock market infrastructure, and attraction of foreign investors

Uzbekistan's Car Market Declined, But Chinese Brands Continue to Rapidly Gain Ground

Car sales for seven months decreased by 3.6%, while the share of Chinese manufacturers grew to almost 18% due to the growth of BYD, Kia, Haval, and Changan

Belarus and Uzbekistan to Strengthen Cooperation in IT, Medicine, and Industry

The countries discussed new joint projects in manufacturing, education, tourism, and digital technologies

China to Help Build New 150 MW Thermal Power Plant

"Uzmetkombinat" Prepares Its Own Energy System

"Uzmetkombinat" Prepares New Blast Furnace

Uzbekistan is considering the construction of a new metallurgical facility and the development of three deposits simultaneously, which should strengthen the enterprise's raw material base.

Uzbekistan and China Prepare for a Major Breakthrough in Metallurgy: "Uzmetkombinat" Agrees on New Projects

The parties intend to jointly develop iron ore deposits, build a modern metallurgical complex, and attract advanced engineering technologies.

Etihad Airways связала Ташкент с миром: первый рейс в Абу-Даби ушёл полностью заполненным

Central Bank of Uzbekistan closed a loophole with biometrics: MCO client data can no longer be stored abroad

In addition, the regulator brought the terminology of the document in line with legislation

Uzbekistan Reaches New Heights: Its Bonds to Enter Key Emerging Markets Index

The GBI-EM index tracks emerging market government bonds in local currencies

Uzbekistan Increases International Reserves to Record $64.35 Billion

Gold once again played a key role

Uzbek schoolgirl conquers the North Pole

How a 15-year-old participant became one of the best out of 5,000

Uzbekistan Hosted the World's Best Young Programmers for the First Time

Tashkent Became the Center of a Global IT Battle

Uzbekistan to Invest $6 Billion in AI

The country will create an 800 MW computing infrastructure

Indian giant Adani Group targets Uzbekistan's energy sector: new HPPs at stake

The largest Indian corporation has shown interest in building hydroelectric power plants and pumped-storage hydroelectric power plants, which should strengthen the country's energy system.

Uzbekistan tightens control over money: transactions over 175 million soums will be checked

The new limit came into force on August 9 and is almost 15% lower than the previous threshold, after which client identification was required.

Uzbekistan accumulated a record $64.3 billion: gold once again pulls reserves up

The value of the country's international reserves increased by almost $590 million in a month, with over 87% of the total amount coming from gold reserves.

Yandex Maps learned to show where you are: a new feature for meetings and trips launched in Uzbekistan

Map users can now share their real-time location to more easily find friends, relatives, and fellow travelers.

Uzbekistan Startup Conquers Silicon Valley: Project by Karakalpakstan Native Enters Y Combinator

Speko creates an AI-powered platform that helps select the best voice AI models for various tasks.

Li Auto and Yandex unite in Uzbekistan: cars get built-in maps, music, and online services

The premium crossover Li L9 became the first car on the country's market with deep integration of the Yandex Auto platform without smartphone connection.

Uzbekistan Prepares New Way to Buy Without Loans: Citizens May Be Allowed to Lease Goods

The Ministry of Economy and Finance proposes to launch consumer leasing, which will allow individuals to receive property for temporary use with subsequent purchase or payment under a contract.

Apple, Google, and OpenAI Nearly Doubled Payments to Uzbekistan

Foreign companies operating in the online services sector sharply increased tax deductions after the growth in the volume of digital services in the country.

Uzbekistan Eyes Turkish Logistics Hub: Companies Seek Path to European and Middle Eastern Markets

A delegation from Tashkent explored the opportunities in Mersin province for exporting goods and developing new trade routes.