Politics
‘Powerful centers which once used to protect their interests through diplomacy now resort to confrontation,' says Shavkat Mirziyoyev
President of Uzbekistan Shavkat Mirziyoyev commented on the international situation. “We are witnessing powerful world centers, which once used to protect their goals and interests through diplomacy and politics, now resorting to open pressure, confrontation and conflicts.”
‘Prilepin's opinion does not even remotely reflect official position of Russian Federation,' Russian MFA claims
Russian MFA spokeswoman Maria Zakharova stated that Zakhar Prilepin’s words on Uzbekistan’s annex to Russia “do not even remotely reflect the official position of the Russian Federation.” Earlier, Russian Ambassador to Uzbekistan Oleg Malginov expressed the same perspective.
MFA of Uzbekistan summons Russian ambassador on Prilepin’s commentary on country’s annexation to Russia
MFA of Uzbekistan invited Russian Ambassador Oleg Malginov on the proposal of Zakhar Prilepin, co-chairman of “A Just Russia — For Truth” party, on the annexation of the republic to the Russian Federation and claimed it to be deliberately provocative, negatively affecting the bilateral relations.
Monument symbolizing fight against corruption presented in Tashkent
The president of Uzbekistan and the emir of Qatar opened a monument symbolizing the fight against corruption in Tashkent. “The composition implies purity of deeds and thoughts, absolute rejection of corruption,” the press service of the head of the country said.
Saida Mirzoyoyeva on Uzbek alphabet reform: ‘We should make final decision'
Assistant to President Saida Mirziyoyeva called to end the debate on reforming the Uzbek alphabet. She referred to the word “Uzbekistan” being spelled differently and incorrectly. “Today there is political will, opportunity and conditions to correct historical mistakes,” she noted.
President Mirziyoyev declares 2024 the year of transition to emergency regime of saving water resources in Uzbekistan
In Uzbekistan, 2024 will be a period of transition to an emergency regime of water conservation. The process will be coordinated by Adiz Boboyev, Deputy Minister of Economy and Finance, the president noted. He declared a “peak year for canal lining” as the only solution to water loss.
Uzbekistan supports UNGA resolution calling on Israel to free Golan Heights
The UN General Assembly has passed a resolution calling on Israel to withdraw from the Syrian Golan Heights. 91 countries, including Uzbekistan, voted in favor.
Senate approves transition to mixed electoral system in Uzbekistan
Senators of Uzbekistan approved a constitutional law on the transition to a mixed system of election of the deputies. In addition, MPs no longer need to gain more than half of the votes to be elected. Earlier, only one MP opposed the bill due to the lack of independent candidates.
EU Sanctions Envoy is to visit Uzbekistan on November 29−30
EU Sanctions Envoy David O’Sullivan will visit Uzbekistan on November 29−30. This would be his second trip to Tashkent in the last seven months.
President Mirziyoyev: 'It is imperative to instill the idea that water is not free'
President Shavkat Mirziyoyev spoke about the water issue in Uzbekistan during his visit to Surkhandarya. He urged the need to instill the idea that water is not free and then turn this idea into a rule of daily life.
Uzbekistani deputies respond to remarks by Deputy Head of Russia’s State Duma on migrants and Russian speaking schools
The deputy head of Russia’s State Duma, Pyotr Tolstoy, suggested restricting employment in Russia of citizens from countries where Russian is a non-state-language, and building Russian-language schools in Uzbekistan using migrants' money. Uzbek deputies Bobur Bekmurodov and Alisher Kadirov retorted.
Former head of UNICEF in Uzbekistan: about 200 children and women are still in Syria and wait for repatriation
Munir Mammadzade, former Representative of UNICEF to Uzbekistan, said that about 200 children and women from Uzbekistan remain in Syrian camps waiting to be repatriated. He noted the importance of social workers in the reintegration process of people who returned under past Mehr operations.
Uzbekistan to participate in COP28 in Dubai
A delegation from Uzbekistan will take part in the UN Climate Change Conference, where it will present initiatives to combat climate change at the national, regional and global levels. The forum will be held on December 1−2 in Dubai within the framework of COP28.
Uzbekistan and Italy sign partnership agreements
Uzbekistan and Italy signed cooperation agreements in education, science, technology and innovation, and sports.
Uzbekistan and Italy to hold first roundtable discussion on strategic dialogue in 2024
The presidents of Uzbekistan and Italy held negotiations. Heads of states introduced proposals on developing a trade facilitation program, establishing a Forum of Regions of the two countries and holding its first meeting in Samarkand next year, as well as organizing a joint educational forum.
U.S. reaffirms its support of Uzbekistan’s accession at WTO
The U.S. once again stated its support for Uzbekistan’s intention to become a member of the WTO, and welcomed the ongoing economic reforms. The countries intend to continue increasing and diversifying trade and investment.
Abdulaziz Kamilov receives Japanese Imperial Order of Japan
Emperor Naruhito of Japan handed the former Minister of Foreign Affairs of Uzbekistan Abdulaziz Kamilov one of the highest awards of Japan: the Order of the Rising Sun.
'Two states for two peoples' — President of Uzbekistan on Israel-Gaza conflict
At the OTS summit, the President of Uzbekistan shared his views on the conflict between Israel and Palestine. “We call on the parties to immediately halt hostilities, cease fire and proceed with a truce,” said Shavkat Mirziyoyev. He took the side of the ‘two-state solution'.
U.S. Assistant Secretary of State will visit Uzbekistan
U.S. Assistant Secretary of State Donald Lu is expected to visit Uzbekistan this week and participate in the Strategic Partnership Dialogue between the two countries. He will also visit Kazakhstan and India.
Minister calls for increased attention to reservoirs following Kakhovka HPP collapse
Uzbekistan developed emergency action plans for all hydropower plants and reservoirs following the destruction of the Kakhovka HPP in Ukraine, Uzbekistan’s Water Resources Minister Shavkat Khamrayev said. A simulated dam breach exercise was conducted at the Charvak HPP to test the plans.
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