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Uzbekistan attracts foreign investment thanks to government reforms
In partnership with the Ministry of Culture and Tourism of Uzbekistan
Uzbek start-ups in fintech, e-commerce and software are benefitting from foreign investment thanks to green economy strategies, the privatisation of Uzbek banks and public-private partnership laws.
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UNESCO World Conference: preschool for all children is crucial
In partnership with UNESCO - Ministry of preschool education of the Republic of Uzbekistan
The first 1000 days are the most important to a child's development. 90% of the brain is developed by the time a child reaches the age of 3. UNESCO Global Education Monitoring report has shown that access to preschool is still dependent on wealth, even in high-income countries.
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Final day of World Judo Championships and Japan take 5th World Title
One of the most eagerly anticipated events on the judo tour is the mixed team World Championships, which took place today in Tashkent, Uzbekistan. Japan overcame their close international rivals, France, to take their fifth World Title. An exciting end to a thrilling championship.
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Day 7 World Judo Championships: gold medals for newcomer and underdog
An emotional Romane Dicko of France won her country's first Gold of the championships, in her first-ever appearance. And a jubilant Cuban judoka, Andy Granda, overcame the favourite, Saito Tatsuru, from Japan, to become his nation's first champion in nine years.
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Judo World Championships Day 6: Another Uzbek Hero and gold for Brazil
Day 6 of the 2022 Judo World Championships proved to be just as thrilling as day 5, as Muzaffarbek Turoboyev won the host nation their second gold medal in two days and became an instant Uzbek hero. And Brazil’s veteran, Mayra Aguiar, claimed her third World Title and her first in five years.
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Host nation World Title on day 5 of the World Judo Championships
Davlat Bobonov brought his President, his Prime Minister and the entire Uzbek nation to their feet as he became World Champion in the under 90kg category. And Barbara Matic won her 2nd consecutive World Title in a thrilling all Croation final.