Kokand State University and the State University of Surabaya (Universitas Negeri Surabaya — UNESA) signed a Memorandum of Cooperation. The document outlines the exchange of experience between teachers and students, the integration of advanced international methods into education, and the development of joint projects. This cooperation aims to strengthen international ties between Kokand State University and international partners in science and education, improve academic mobility for faculty and students, and elevate the university’s global reputation.

On September 3, the Head of State chaired a meeting to discuss efforts to reduce poverty and raise household incomes to a new level. At the meeting, the system for organizing work in the regions was fundamentally revised, with key powers and resources transferred to the district level. Under the new system, task forces led by hokims are being formed in each region and district. Employment agencies and economic sector organizations will collaborate to tackle employment and income growth challenges directly within local communities. At today’s meeting, the implementation of these tasks, the ac…

The parties discussed accelerating tourism development in Uzbekistan, modernizing hotel infrastructure, attracting international hotel brands, and increasing foreign investment in the sector. The guests were briefed on the favorable conditions in Uzbekistan for foreign investors, measures to develop tourist zones and clusters, and existing mechanisms to support the hotel business. The Barceló Hotel Group is interested in opening four- and five-star hotels in Uzbekistan. The parties discussed transferring existing tourist facilities to Barceló Hotel Group management, reconstructing them to m…

Vatan Global Alliance actively engages with Uzbek diaspora organizations in the United States. Its leadership focuses on organizing meetings, forums, exhibitions, and other socio-economic, cultural, and educational events involving Uzbek diaspora representatives and delegations from Uzbekistan’s ministries, agencies, and regions. These gatherings often lead to the signing of documents and agreements to carry out joint projects. At the meeting, it was noted that UzA consistently reports on the lives, achievements, and initiatives of compatriots living in the United States and Canada. It also c…

The exhibition showcases Uzbek miniature art’s rich heritage to both Saudi and international visitors, highlighting its historical and cultural connections with the Arab world. Diplomats, officials from Saudi ministries and government agencies, journalists, cultural and art personalities, artists, and miniature painting enthusiasts attended the event. Ambassador of Uzbekistan to Saudi Arabia Nodirjon Turgunov opened the event by highlighting the significance of culture and art in fostering mutual understanding and promoting cultural diplomacy. He noted that humanitarian relations are a cruci…

German company Optibelt GmbH is also showcasing its products and solutions at the exhibition. – We are following the reforms in Uzbekistan and the dynamic development of its economy, particularly in the industrial and textile sectors, with great interest, – says Thomas Gnoth, the company’s Regional Sales Manager for the CIS countries. – We see that new opportunities are emerging in the country for doing business and cooperating with foreign companies. We are interested in contributing to these processes. Optibelt GmbH has been cooperating for many years with Uzbek company Advantex LLC, its d…

President Shavkat Mirziyoyev on the work being done to increase the employment and income of the population in the regions extended meeting spent. — President Shavkat Mirziyev proved rasshirennoe soveshchanie po voprosam providomoy v regionakh raboty po obespecheniyu zanyatosti i povysheniyu dokhodov naseleniya. #Mirziyoyev #gathering #poverty #employment President.uz | Facebook | Instagram | YouTube | X

Abdumalik Khalokov, the 2024 Olympic champion and two-time world champion, has been named the world’s top amateur boxer across all weight classes. Despite losing to Russia’s Vsevolod Shumkov in the final of the 2025 IBA World Championships, A. Khalokov remained at the top of the rankings. The BoxRec top 10 features 2025 world champions Fazliddin Erkinboyev (5th) and Turabek Khabibullayev (7th), along with 2024 Olympic and three-time world champion Asadkhuja Muydinkhujayev (8th), as well as 2023 World Championships silver medalist Saidjamshid Jafarov (10th). Saidjamshid Jafarov, who represen…

During 2025-2026, political dialogue experienced a significant boost. The high-level summit during President Aleksandar Vučić’s first official visit to Tashkent on October 28-29 marked a new chapter in bilateral relations. After the discussions, the leaders signed a Joint Statement and several intergovernmental agreements to enhance cooperation across political, trade, economic, cultural, and humanitarian fields. As part of the institutional and legal strengthening of diplomatic relations, the Economic Cooperation Agreement entered into force on May 7. A mechanism for political consultations …

The parties discussed expanding tourist exchanges, developing pilgrimage tourism, launching direct air services, and strengthening cooperation between tour operators in the two countries. To increase tourist flows, the parties considered launching Tashkent – Jakarta flights and establishing air connections with Uzbekistan’s historic cities. The parties noted the possibility of applying the mechanisms proposed by the Head of State to subsidize new air routes. In addition, local tour operators bringing tourists from Indonesia are expected to receive a $100 subsidy per tourist. Each year, over…

On the tournament’s opening day, Javokhir defeated Anand with the white pieces. In their most recent game, which finished yesterday, he defeated him again, this time playing with the black pieces. In the recent tournament round with a $1 million prize fund, Sindarov’s FYERS American Gambits played against the CheQ Mumba Masters, led by France’s Maxime Vachier-Lagrave. Sindarov drew with Vachier-Lagrave on the top board, while Bibisara Assaubayeva and Marc’Andria Maurizzi also drew their matches against India’s Harika Dronavalli and Bardiya Daneshvar, respectively. Nihal Sarin defeated Pranesh…

Employees from the Prosecutor’s Office, Internal Affairs, judicial offices, psychologists, experts, and specialists attended the event. Barnahus is a child-friendly, multidisciplinary, and interagency approach designed to respond to child violence and witnesses of violence. The term comes from the Icelandic word meaning “children’s house”. Iceland introduced Barnahus in 1998. At the event, the participants discussed the current cooperation to protect minors’ rights and interests, as well as promising areas for further development. International experts and industry specialists provided insig…

Nearly 300 athletes from 47 countries participated in the World Championships. The Uzbekistan national team won three gold medals and one silver. Notably, Marjona Pardaboyeva, competing in the T1 class, earned her second world championship. Pokiza Ahmadbekova, competing in the H1 class, secured the gold medal in the individual time trial and took silver in the road race. Uzbekistan’s national team reached its highest achievement at the Para Cycling World Championships, marking the first time Uzbek athletes secured gold medals at this event. At the 2025 World Championships in Ronse, Belgium,…

The Uzbekistan delegation was led by the Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs Bobur Usmanov, while the Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs Mnatsakan Safaryan led the Armenian delegation. The parties discussed the current status and future opportunities for cooperation in political, trade, economic, and cultural and humanitarian sectors. They focused on implementing agreements made during contacts at various levels. The sides reaffirmed their commitment to developing the legal framework of bilateral relations and enhancing cooperation on international platforms. They also considered developing …

Participants were introduced to the country’s historical and cultural heritage, key tourism destinations, modern tourism infrastructure, and opportunities for Russian travelers. Particular attention was given to Uzbekistan’s policy of openness and the development of tourism ties with Russia. During the meeting, statistics on Russian tourist visits to Uzbekistan for the first seven months of the year were presented, and measures to increase this tourist flow were discussed. A significant part of the presentation focused on MICE tourism. Russian partners received information about the 31st Tash…

The first visit of the President of Uzbekistan to Serbia will go down in history as the beginning of a new stage in the relations between the two countries. — The first visit of the President to Uzbekistan and Serbia is a new stage of history and relations. President.uz | Facebook | Instagram | YouTube | X

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At Belgrade Nikola Tesla International Airport, the distinguished guests were seen off by the President of the Republic of Serbia Aleksandar Vučić and his spouse. The first official visit by the President of Uzbekistan to Serbia marked a new stage in the history of bilateral relations. Following the talks, the leaders signed a Joint Declaration on the Establishment of Strategic Partnership. A substantial package of bilateral documents was also exchanged, formalizing agreements reached in priority areas. President Shavkat Mirziyoyev was awarded Serbia’s highest state award, the Order of the R…

The forum brought together more than 200 government and business representatives, including leaders of major industrial and trading companies from both countries. The Serbian business community was represented by companies such as Galenika, AbelaPharm, Goša FOM, Yumco, Luss Textile, and many others. In his address, the President of Uzbekistan noted that the productive high-level talks have opened a new chapter in bilateral relations. Their main outcome was the establishment of a strategic partnership between Uzbekistan and Serbia. Bilateral trade is expected to increase significantly by exp…

The leaders emphasized that this decision reflects the dynamic development of multifaceted relations between Uzbekistan and Serbia, which have today been elevated to a strategic partnership. It was noted that Tashkent Street will become a visible symbol of the two countries’ firm commitment to strengthen friendship and mutual understanding between the people of the two countries.