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Uzbekistan labor migrants to access subsidies and assistance abroad
In Uzbekistan, labor migrants are expected to be compensated for professional and language certificate expenses and assisted in times of difficulty abroad. Upon return, they’ll receive employment support, with subsidies available for their employers.
President visits cyber sports arena in Jizzakh, meets with youth
President of Uzbekistan met with the youth at the newly opened cyber sports arena in Jizzakh, launched last December at a cost of 30 billion soums. The arena is capable of hosting international competitions in boxing, wrestling, basketball, table tennis, chess, and other sports.
Uzbekistan, Azerbaijan, Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan and Tajikistan to hold joint military exercises
Four Central Asian countries and Azerbaijan expect to hold large-scale joint military exercises on the territory of Kazakhstan in July.
Tourist street opens in Gulbozor mahalla in Tashkent
President of Uzbekistan visited Gulbozor mahalla in the historic district of Tashkent, where a dedicated tourist street has been established. The street may evolve into a 24/7 destination and will be integrated into the “tourist circle” under development in the Shaykhontokhur district.
Free car eco-stickers, eco-zone entry fines and compensation: Uzbekistan’s new regulations
Eco-stickers for transportation is expected to be required across Uzbekistan, starting from June 1. Most vehicles are to receive free stickers, with new cars and electric vehicles getting green stickers. Compensations and fines are anticipated to regulate entry into eco-zones.
Uzbekistan’s Catholic community celebrates Easter. Photos
On Sunday night, Catholics in Uzbekistan celebrated Easter, the main Christian holiday, which this year falls five weeks ahead of Orthodox Easter. Gazeta.uz presents a photo report capturing the Easter Vigil held at the Sacred Heart of Jesus Cathedral, the Roman Catholic Church in Tashkent.
Study shows 7.8 percentage points drop in child poverty across Uzbekistan in three years
The child poverty rate in Uzbekistan has decreased by 7.8 percentage points from 21.5% in 2021 to 13.7% in 2023. The lowest child poverty rates are in Navoi region and Tashkent city, while relatively high child poverty rates are found in Syrdarya and Jizzakh regions.
Culinary virtue. How traditional dish sumalak is prepared in a village in Uzbekistan. Photo story by Kholida Musulmon
For spring holiday Navruz, families across Uzbekistan gather to prepare sumalak, a traditional dish. Stirring the mixture, they dream of their children’s education, availability of gas at home, and peace in their homeland. Kholida Musulmon captures this tradition in her photo story for Gazeta.uz.
Tashkent law enforcement agencies heighten security measures in public areas (photo)
National Guard, Tashkent Main Department of Internal Affairs and other law enforcement agencies heightened security measures in shopping centers, parks, markets and other public places.
Car-Free Day to be held in Tashkent on March 29
Ecology Ministry announced a Car-Free-Day in Tashkent on Friday, March 29. Earlier, a presidential decree instructed all government employees, including heads of state bodies, to commute to work using public transportation on this day.
Over 160 Uzbekistan citizens denied entry to Turkey, 54 face entry ban, says Agency for External Labor Migration
Agency for External Labor Migration reported on increased security measures at Istanbul airport, primarily targeting foreigners aged 20−35, and issued warnings to Uzbekistan citizens about inspections. In January-February, 163 local citizens were denied entry to Turkey, with 54 having previous bans.
Uzbekistan asks citizens in Russia to avoid unnecessary visits to crowded areas
Agency for External Labor Migration has recommended Uzbekistan citizens residing in Russia to constantly carry their documents with them and to avoid unnecessary visits to crowded places. The agency noted there is no urgent need to return home.
Mosaics on buildings in Uzbekistan recognized as cultural heritage, but not universally
Government of Uzbekistan included about 160 mosaic panels on buildings in Tashkent and other cities and districts to the national list of tangible cultural heritage. Many of these mosaics have been destroyed or painted in the previous years, some are obscured by advertising banners.
President of Uzbekistan attends iftar in Namangan (photo, video)
Shavkat Mirziyoyev attended iftar in Namangan. In his address, the president wished for global peace and stability, and for Uzbekistan to steadfastly follow “the right path predetermined by our faith” and embracing modernity alongside. Photos and video attached.
Tashkent launches Air Tashkent: city’s new air quality monitoring portal
Air quality in Tashkent can now be monitored on Air Tashkent portal. The department of digital development under the hokimiyat installed 10 air quality monitoring stations, with 30 more planned ahead. The website also shows registered fire, location of heating centers and other data.
Uzbekistan and Kazakhstan agree to install transboundary water meters
Uzbekistan and Kazakhstan plan to install water meters for measuring cross-border water consumption, enabling bilateral online data exchange. Previously, similar gauging stations were installed along the Uzbekistan-Tajikistan border for the same purpose.
Defense Ministry of Uzbekistan denies dislodging Afghan military helicopter
Defense Ministry of Uzbekistan refuted a circulating social media post claiming that an Afghan military helicopter was dislodged on the border between Afghanistan and Uzbekistan. “These reports are unfounded,” stated the Defense Ministry.
Population census in Uzbekistan is now scheduled for 2025−2026
Population census in Uzbekistan is now scheduled for 2025−2026. Initially planned for 2022, it was postponed due to the pandemic. The results are expected to be published in 2027. Additionally, the Statistics Agency will start preparations for the agricultural census.
Liability for illegal drone usage softened in Uzbekistan
President of Uzbekistan signed changes to laws softening liability for violation of the ban on drone import and use. First-time violators will now be fined and not sent to jail. Adjustments are part of efforts to attract more tourists (there were cases of prosecution of tourists).
Photos: Smog covers Tashkent
Tashkent residents observed thick smog this morning. The capital city of Uzbekistan ranked high in global air pollution once again, according to IQAir. Despite plans for an air pollution warning system to start on March 1, no information regarding its launch has been released yet.
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