UNESCO includes two Uzbekistan nominations in Memory of World Register
“Turkiston Album (1871−1872)” and “Images of Khorazm Oasis by Khudoybergan Devonov (1879−1937)” have been nominated by Uzbekistan and included in UNESCO’s Memory of the World Register.
500 MW wind farms to be built in two regions of Uzbekistan
Universal Energy, a Chinese company, is set to construct two wind farms totaling 500 MW capacity in the Samarkand and Jizzakh regions of Uzbekistan.
79th commemoration of Victory: president of Uzbekistan joins celebrations in Moscow
The president of Uzbekistan attended solemn events in Moscow commemorating the 79th anniversary of the Victory in World War II. Photos attached.
“We are waiting for fruits, vegetables from Uzbekistan.” Mirziyoyev and Putin discuss agricultural supplies
Presidents of Uzbekistan and Russia discussed trade and economic cooperation. “We are waiting for fruits and vegetables from Uzbekistan, just like last year. It is good for you and us,” Putin said. “We have an opportunity to saturate the Russian market with agricultural products,” Mirziyoyev noted.
Shavkat Mirziyoyev outlines five key cooperation priorities for Uzbekistan-Eurasian Economic Union
At a Supreme Eurasian Economic Council meeting, president of Uzbekistan outlined key cooperation priorities with the EAEU, including removing trade barriers, fostering industrial cooperation and transport corridors, and ensuring social support for labor migrants and tourism exchange.
AFD, EU and UNDP join efforts to support green financing in Uzbekistan
EU granted €600,000 for a project, supported by Agence Française de Développement and UNDP, aimed at introducing the principles of green budgeting in Uzbekistan. The initiative implies consideration of the Sustainable Development Goals and environmental agenda in budgeting.
President of Uzbekistan to attend Victory Day parade in Moscow
President of Uzbekistan Shavkat Mirziyoyev will participate in the ceremonies commemorating the 79th anniversary of Victory in World War II, during his visit to Russia on 8−9 May. Additionally, he will attend a meeting of the Supreme Eurasian Economic Council as head of the observer state.
Supreme Court of Uzbekistan rehabilitates 205 more repressed people
Supreme Court of Uzbekistan rehabilitated 205 more individuals who faced repression from the 1920s to the 1930s, bringing the total to 1,031. Among them is Sadulla Kasimov, former chairperson of the Supreme Court of the Uzbek SSR.
Tashkent-Andijan toll road project estimated at $4.6 billion, says deputy transport minister
The Tashkent-Andijan toll road project will cost $4.65 billion, deputy transport minister of Uzbekistan Jasurbek Choriyev said. The feasibility study is expected to be completed by the end of June. He also mentioned the Trans-Afghan railway and other projects.
Uzbekistan remains world’s top gold seller in March
In March, Uzbekistan again became the world’s largest gold seller, trading 11 tons of the precious metal. In February, the country sold 12 tons of gold.
Agreements worth $26.6 billion signed at Tashkent Investment Forum
Contracts totaling $26.6 billion were signed at the Tashkent International Investment Forum, the state authorities stated. Planned projects include new infrastructure in Tashkent, a data center, power plants, and modernization of heat supply systems in Nukus, Fergana, Quvasoy, and other places.
OPEC Fund and Uzbekistan sign $500 million agreement
OPEC Fund and Uzbekistan signed a five-year partnership agreement, wherein the country will receive $500 million to support sustainable development initiatives.
EBRD loans $238 million to Uzbekistan to modernize key regional road
EBRD loaned Uzbekistan up to $238 million to reconstruct the road Urgench — Khonqa — Hazorasp — Toshsoqa — Amudaryo — A380 highway in Khorezm region, and build a bridge over the Amudaryo river. Following the reconstruction, the one-lane road will be expanded into a two-lane highway.
EBRD to assist in preparing Asakabank for privatization
Uzbekistan and the EBRD will work on institutional transformation and corporate governance reform at Asakabank in preparation for its privatization. The parties signed this agreement at the Tashkent Investment Forum.
Uzbekistan encourages investors to join international projects
President of Uzbekistan encouraged foreign investors to participate in projects for the joint construction of hydroelectric power plants in neighboring Kyrgyzstan and Tajikistan, as well as the China-Kyrgyzstan-Uzbekistan and Uzbekistan-Afghanistan-Pakistan railroads.
Uzbekistan intends to cooperate on critical raw materials with US and UK
President of Uzbekistan highlighted the nation’s wealth of over 30 rare-earth metals to investors, noting ongoing negotiations for critical raw materials cooperation with the United States and the United Kingdom.
“Uzbekistan is committed to developing market economy, ensuring reliable protection of investors
President Shavkat Mirziyoyev outlined plans to strengthen investor rights protection in Uzbekistan, including adopting a revised law “On Investments” aligned with WTO standards, establishing International Commercial Court, and doubling land lease terms for foreign investors.
Project on rational management of hazardous chemicals launched in Uzbekistan
Ministry of Ecology, FAO, and EU have launched a project on rational management hazardous chemicals. In recent years, Uzbekistan has decommissioned eight pesticide burial sites, begun this process at two more, and reconstructed another storage facility.
Inflation increases in Uzbekistan following removal of VAT exemption on medicines and public services
Inflation in Uzbekistan increased to 0.93% in April, with annual inflation exceeding 8%. This increase was influenced by the removal of the zero VAT rate on medicines and utilities, including water supply, heating, and sewage. Prices also rose for sugar, milk, flour, meat, and other goods.
Uzbekistan to participate in PISA study once again with support from World Bank
Uzbekistan will partake in PISA for the second time, with World Bank’s support. Pilot testing for PISA-2025 is scheduled for May this year, and education specialists are currently familiarizing themselves with the methodology.
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