Politics

Head of Senate explains delay in signing law “On Conflict of Interests” into effect
27 January 2024, 14:14

Head of Senate explains delay in signing law “On Conflict of Interests” into effect

In June 2023, Senate passed the law “On Conflict of Interest”, forwarding it to the president of Uzbekistan. Despite the 30-day window for the president to sign or return the document, a decision is pending. Head of the Senate Tanzila Narbayeva revealed ongoing examination of the law by AP experts.

Uzbekistan, China announce “all-weather” strategic partnership
26 January 2024, 06:30

Uzbekistan, China announce “all-weather” strategic partnership

Presidents of Uzbekistan and China signed a joint statement as an outcome of a summit in Beijing that declared an “all-weather” comprehensive strategic partnership.

Uzbekistan, EU eager to speed up signing Enhanced Partnership and Cooperation Agreement
19 January 2024, 12:43

Uzbekistan, EU eager to speed up signing Enhanced Partnership and Cooperation Agreement

Special representative of the president of Uzbekistan on foreign policy Abdulaziz Kamilov and representative of the European Commission Zivka Petkova expressed interest in promptly signing the Enhanced Partnership and Cooperation Agreement between Uzbekistan and the EU during a meeting in Brussels.

Tashkent khokimiyat claims to be developing measures for environmental improvement
17 January 2024, 13:41

Tashkent khokimiyat claims to be developing measures for environmental improvement

Tashkent khokimiyat asserts its commitment to developing measures for improvement of the city’s environmental situation involving foreign experts. Some clauses might be considered as “robust,” the administration noted, referring to the research-based strategy to be presented to the public soon.

“2024 will be year of efficiency and cost reduction in economy,” says President Mirziyoyev
16 January 2024, 11:54

“2024 will be year of efficiency and cost reduction in economy,” says President Mirziyoyev

Uzbekistan embarks on a year of efficiency and cost reduction for managers of the economic complex and all state-owned enterprises in 2024, the president stated. The plan aims for a minimum economic growth of 6% and 20 trillion soums reduction in production costs across major industries.

Uzbekistan plans 15% reduction in deputies within government’s economic sector
16 January 2024, 11:31

Uzbekistan plans 15% reduction in deputies within government’s economic sector

President directed a 15% reduction in the number of deputies within the economic sector of Uzbekistan’s government, currently comprising 40 such members, citing a lack of “modern thinking and efficiency in decision-making.” KPIs will be introduced for managers, influencing their salaries.

“We firmly support ‘One China' policy,” MFA of Uzbekistan on Taiwan’s elections
15 January 2024, 12:53

“We firmly support ‘One China' policy,” MFA of Uzbekistan on Taiwan’s elections

Uzbekistan stands for the “one China” policy and believes in Taiwan being an integral part of the PRC, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Uzbekistan states. Vice President Lai Ching-te, who stands for the island’s independence, won the presidential elections in Taiwan last Saturday.

President Mirziyoyev: “If we do not satisfy demand for news and analytics, others will do it for us”
13 January 2024, 22:55

President Mirziyoyev: “If we do not satisfy demand for news and analytics, others will do it for us”

If people’s demand in news and analysis is not satisfied by local sources, this will be done by foreign ones, president of Uzbekistan told the Security Council. “This is impermissible,” he stressed.

Laws must be executed, not just penned, urged Shavkat Mirziyoyev
9 January 2024, 17:55

Laws must be executed, not just penned, urged Shavkat Mirziyoyev

People of Uzbekistan will be confident about their future if the country will strictly adhere to the rule of law, President Mirziyoyev stated, addressing the employees of the prosecutor’s office. “This goal is attainable,” he shared in his message.

Chairperson of Senate: ‘Uzbekistan will never be anyone’s colony
25 December 2023, 19:29

Chairperson of Senate: ‘Uzbekistan will never be anyone’s colony

Uzbekistan “will never be anyone’s colony,” head of Senate Tanzila Narbayeva stated at a meeting with young people in Tashkent.

National commission on issues of combating human trafficking and decent work being established
24 December 2023, 17:07

National commission on issues of combating human trafficking and decent work being established

The national commission on combating human trafficking and forced labor of Uzbekistan has been transformed into the National commission on the issues of combating human trafficking and decent work. Its tasks have been expanded to deal with irregular labor migration and other issues.

President orders to establish patronage as 'consistently operating system'
23 December 2023, 16:52

President orders to establish patronage as 'consistently operating system'

Friends Club has allocated 85 billion Uzbek soums to cultural institutions in Uzbekistan, the president stated. He emphasized the importance of transforming the patronage movement into a consistently functioning system.

Defense and security expenditures of Uzbekistan increase by 3.2 trillion soums in 2023
22 December 2023, 19:09

Defense and security expenditures of Uzbekistan increase by 3.2 trillion soums in 2023

Defense and security expenditures of Uzbekistan for the year 2023 have been increased by 3.2 trillion soums, according to an updated state budget. This has been achieved by cutting other expenditures.

‘Powerful centers which once used to protect their interests through diplomacy now resort to confrontation,' says Shavkat Mirziyoyev
22 December 2023, 12:36

‘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
21 December 2023, 21:16

‘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
21 December 2023, 18:54

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
19 December 2023, 14:26

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'
11 December 2023, 14:10

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
30 November 2023, 12:06

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
29 November 2023, 14:00

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.


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