Politics

Shavkat Mirziyoyev continues his presidential campaign in Khorezm
13 June 2023, 23:55

Shavkat Mirziyoyev continues his presidential campaign in Khorezm

Shavkat Mirziyoyev, as the presidential candidate of UzLiDeP, met with voters in Urgench, the capital of the Khorezm region. He cited the region’s progress in various areas during his tenure, such as the growth of economy, people’s income, improvements in water supply, education, and health.

Shavkat Mirziyoyev pledges introduction of school buses in Karakalpakstan
13 June 2023, 23:38

Shavkat Mirziyoyev pledges introduction of school buses in Karakalpakstan

Shavkat Mirziyoyev, as the presidential candidate of the UzLiDeP, announced the introduction of school buses for children in remote villages in Karakalpakstan. He also said more kindergartens and schools would be created and there would be no overcrowded classes in the schools.

“I strive to be a worthy son of both Uzbekistan and Karakalpakstan” — Shavkat Mirziyoyev
13 June 2023, 23:17

“I strive to be a worthy son of both Uzbekistan and Karakalpakstan” — Shavkat Mirziyoyev

Shavkat Mirziyoyev started his presidential campaign in Nukus, where he held his first meeting with voters. He pledged to serve his homeland and his nation and said that he considered himself a son of both Uzbekistan and Karakalpakstan, and that he always tried to live up to that.

Uzbekistan offers to help Kazakhstan with forest fires
13 June 2023, 22:58

Uzbekistan offers to help Kazakhstan with forest fires

President Mirziyoyev called his Kazakh counterpart Kassym-Jomart Tokayev to express condolences and offer assistance after a deadly forest fires in the Abay region. They also discussed ways to enhance their bilateral cooperation in various fields.

CEC approves ballot form and text for July 9 presidential election
10 June 2023, 12:12

CEC approves ballot form and text for July 9 presidential election

The Central Election Commission (CEC) approved the ballot form and text for the July 9 presidential election in Uzbekistan. Video broadcasting will be available from up to two polling stations in each district and city of the country.

ODIHR opens election observation mission to Uzbekistan
10 June 2023, 11:28

ODIHR opens election observation mission to Uzbekistan

The OSCE Office for Democratic Institutions and Human Rights (ODIHR) opened its election observation mission for the early presidential election in Uzbekistan. The mission will assess the conduct of the election for its compliance with international and national standards for democratic elections.

President Mirziyoyev meets FAO chief to discuss new cooperation program
9 June 2023, 14:11

President Mirziyoyev meets FAO chief to discuss new cooperation program

President of Uzbekistan Shavkat Mirziyoyev held talks with FAO Director-General Qiu Dunyu during his state visit to Italy. They discussed enhancing cooperation in agriculture and food security and developing a new comprehensive cooperation program until 2030.

Uzbekistan and Italy sign declaration on strategic partnership
9 June 2023, 12:11

Uzbekistan and Italy sign declaration on strategic partnership

President of Uzbekistan held talks with Italian President and PM in Rome. They discussed economic, humanitarian, regional and international issues and signed a joint declaration on strategic partnership. Uzbek-Italian business forum resulted in agreements worth over €9 billion.

Uzbekistan and Qatar sign 15 documents to boost cooperation
7 June 2023, 23:34

Uzbekistan and Qatar sign 15 documents to boost cooperation

During a meeting with the Emir of Qatar in Samarkand, President Mirziyoyev said that the two countries would develop a “comprehensive partnership” in various fields. The leaders also agreed to increase the trade volume between their countries. They signed 15 documents to enhance their cooperation.

EU vows not to impose sanctions against Central Asia
5 June 2023, 22:23

EU vows not to impose sanctions against Central Asia

The European Union (EU) will not sanction Central Asian countries for bypassing its restrictions on Russia, European Council President Charles Michel told the leaders of the five nations. He said the sanctions would only target those “who support the Russian military machine.”

Uzbekistan introduces visa-free travel for Qatari citizens
5 June 2023, 21:20

Uzbekistan introduces visa-free travel for Qatari citizens

Uzbekistan introduced a 30-day visa-free regime for Qatari citizens. The visa exemption was announced on the same day as the arrival of Qatar’s Emir, Sheikh Tamim Bin Hamad Al-Thani, in Uzbekistan with a state visit.

CEC registered presidential election candidates
5 June 2023, 15:29

CEC registered presidential election candidates

Central Election Commission of Uzbekistan of registered four candidates running for president. Campaigns come into force from June 7.

Aziz Abduhakimov says Uzbekistan’s environmental situation is “very difficult”
2 June 2023, 21:44

Aziz Abduhakimov says Uzbekistan’s environmental situation is “very difficult”

From establishing a new ministry to degrading environmental situation in Uzbekistan. The minister Mr. Aziz Abduhakimov in an interview with Gazeta.uz spoke about environmental problems and ways out stipulated by presidential decree.

Ministry of Natural Resources of Uzbekistan is renamed
2 June 2023, 15:26

Ministry of Natural Resources of Uzbekistan is renamed

The Ministry of Natural Resources of Uzbekistan is renamed into the Ministry of Ecology, Environmental Protection and Climate Change (unofficial translation) by the decree of the president.

Senate passes the law “On conflict of interest.” Key takeaways
2 June 2023, 11:25

Senate passes the law “On conflict of interest.” Key takeaways

The Senate of Uzbekistan passed the law “On conflict of interests.” It stipulates the concept “conflict of interest” and liabilities. Next is President’s approval.

President of Uzbekistan appoints director of National Social Protection Agency
1 June 2023, 22:57

President of Uzbekistan appoints director of National Social Protection Agency

Shavkat Mirziyoyev appointed Mansurbek Olloyorov as his advisor on social protection and the director of the newly created National Social Protection Agency under the President, a day after announcing the creation of the agency in his election speech.

Uzbekistan expresses concern with North Korea’s launch of spy satellite
1 June 2023, 15:41

Uzbekistan expresses concern with North Korea’s launch of spy satellite

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Uzbekistan in a statement expressed concern with North Korea’s spy satellite launch. “We stand for rejection of testing of all types of weapons of mass destruction,” reads the text.

Milliy Tiklanish party endorses Shavkat Mirziyoyev’s candidacy
31 May 2023, 19:18

Milliy Tiklanish party endorses Shavkat Mirziyoyev’s candidacy

The Milliy Tiklanish party announced its support for Shavkat Mirziyoyev, the incumbent President, for the early presidential elections. The party leader Alisher Kadirov said that this decision was in the best interest of the state, the people and the party.

UzLiDeP endorses Shavkat Mirziyoyev as its presidential candidate
31 May 2023, 13:01

UzLiDeP endorses Shavkat Mirziyoyev as its presidential candidate

UzLiDeP endorsed Shavkat Mirziyoyev as a presidential candidate in the upcoming early presidential elections. In his programme, he spoke of “megaprojects” in industry, the creation of the National Social Protection Agency, an increase in car production to 1 million, and more.

Ecological Party endorses Abdushukur Khamzaev as presidential candidate
30 May 2023, 14:57

Ecological Party endorses Abdushukur Khamzaev as presidential candidate

Abdushukur Khamzaev was confirmed as the presidential candidate of the Ecological Party for the upcoming elections. In his programme, he proposed to ban single-use plastic and polyethylene containers, electronic cigarette imports, and petrol car sales and imports from 2030 and more.


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