Uzbekistan, UK Agree on Roadmap to Boost Ties

Uzbekistan and the United Kingdom have agreed to adopt a joint roadmap aimed at expanding comprehensive bilateral cooperation, signaling a new phase in their strategic partnership. The agreement was reached during a meeting between President Shavkat Mirziyoyev and the UK’s Trade Envoy to Central Asia and Azerbaijan, John Alderdice. The talks focused on strengthening mutually […]

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Uzbekistan, Pakistan Set $2 Billion Trade Target Following High-Level Talks in Islamabad

By Sadokat Jalolova Uzbek President Shavkat Mirziyoyev arrived in Islamabad on a state visit on February 5, marking a new chapter in Uzbekistan-Pakistan relations. According to official sources, the Uzbek leader’s aircraft was escorted by Pakistan Air Force fighter jets upon entering the country’s airspace. At Nur Khan Airbase, Mirziyoyev was received by President Asif […]

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Uzbekistan, China Boost Oil and Gas Drilling Cooperation

Abdugani Sanginov, Chairman of the Management Board of Uzbekneftegaz company, has held talks with Li Xicheng, Deputy General Director of SIBU, as part of efforts to deepen bilateral cooperation in the oil and gas sector. During the meeting, the sides reviewed current areas of collaboration and discussed the potential use of SIBU’s modern drilling facilities […]

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Uzbekistan, S. Korea Sign Deal on Seasonal Farm Jobs

Agricultural workers from Uzbekistan have gained a new opportunity for legal and stable seasonal employment in South Korea, following the signing of a labor migration agreement regulating seasonal work in the agricultural sector. The agreement was signed in Buan County between Uzbekistan’s Migration Agency and a delegation from Andijan Region. The document complies with requirements […]

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Uzbekistan, South Korea Boost Pharma and Medical Ties

Director of Uzbekistan’s Pharmaceutical Industry Development Agency Abdulla Azizov has held talks with the leadership of the Association of Korean Medicine (AKOM), representatives of KIDL, and delegates from Daejeon University, with the sides agreeing to further develop and implement joint projects. AKOM is one of the leading professional associations in the field of traditional Korean […]

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Uzbekistan, Canada Discuss Joint Agricultural Research

Uzbek Minister of Agriculture Ibrokhim Abdurakhmonov has held a working meeting with Ben Bradshaw, Assistant Vice-President for International Cooperation at the University of Guelph (Canada), to discuss prospects for joint scientific research. During the talks, the sides discussed the introduction of innovative approaches, and ways to ensure the sustainable development of the agricultural sector, The […]

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Water Shortages Cut Hydropower Output in Uzbekistan

By Sadokat Jalolova Electricity generation at Uzbekistan’s hydropower plants has declined significantly due to water shortages, Energy Minister Jurabek Mirzamahmudov told lawmakers during a recent session of the Legislative Chamber of the country’s parliament, the Oliy Majlis, according to reports in Uzbek media. Mirzamahmudov said water inflows to major hydropower facilities had fallen by 35%, […]

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Uzbekistan, Paraguay Deepen Ties During First-Ever Presidential Visit

By Sadokat Jalolova Uzbekistan and Paraguay have agreed to enhance political and economic cooperation following high-level talks in Tashkent, according to the presidential press service. The meeting between Uzbek President Shavkat Mirziyoyev and Paraguayan President Santiago Peña took place at the Kuksaroy residence, with participation from both countries’ official delegations. Mirziyoyev welcomed his counterpart and […]

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Uzbekistan Deepens US Partnership Through New Investment Council and National AI Strategy

By Sadokat Jalolova and Stephen M. Bland Uzbekistan is advancing a broad effort to strengthen its relationship with the United States through new economic, diplomatic, and technological initiatives. A presidential decree establishing the Uzbekistan–U.S. Business and Investment Council, alongside a major artificial intelligence partnership with NVIDIA, underscores the country’s strategy to draw investment and accelerate […]

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UNESCO Conference in Samarkand Highlights Uzbekistan’s Heritage

By Sadokat Jalolova At the opening ceremony of the 43rd session of the UNESCO General Conference in Samarkand, Uzbek President Shavkat Mirziyoyev highlighted Uzbekistan’s growing role in global cultural dialogue and its expanding cooperation with UNESCO. Held on October 30, the event marked the first time in four decades that the conference had convened outside […]

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