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Europe and Central Asia target faster Trans-Caspian trade
Transit along the Trans-Caspian Corridor currently takes around 35 days, with a target of cutting this to between 15 and 20. Officials say customs, digital systems and predictable border procedures are as important as new railways and ports.
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Inside the workshops keeping Uzbekistan’s traditional crafts alive
In partnership with Center for the Production of Content for Mass Media under the Administration of the President of the Republic of Uzbekistan
Traditional workshops in Uzbekistan are teaching younger generations the skills behind woodcarving, embroidery and ceramics, while adapting their work to contemporary tastes and new opportunities.
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Enterprise Uzbekistan targets global tech firms with special regime
A new business framework is intended to let foreign companies test innovative products, recruit international specialists and expand across regional markets. Investors see opportunities, while authorities finalise the rules ahead of a planned launch in early 2027.
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How countries are making waste management more circular
In partnership with Center for the Production of Content for Mass Media under the Administration of the President of the Republic of Uzbekistan
From advanced sorting in Sharjah to new waste infrastructure in Uzbekistan, efforts to recover materials and generate energy are changing what happens to rubbish.
Business
City of London expertise moves closer to Tashkent’s investment reforms
The Tashkent International Financial Centre will operate under a separate legal framework as officials seek closer links with British counterparts. The wider push also includes international listings and efforts to attract more private capital.
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A new wave of listings: Tashkent prepares companies for global markets
Uzbekistan’s investment fund (UzNIF) is preparing major companies in telecoms, aviation, banking and energy for potential listings. Uztelecom is currently the most advanced candidate as governance reforms advance and efforts to attract new capital gather pace.
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How wedding customs bring families together in Uzbekistan
In partnership with Center for the Production of Content for Mass Media under the Administration of the President of the Republic of Uzbekistan
Civil registration, wedding plov, family blessings and ‘Kelin Salom’ are among the customs that accompany couples as they begin married life in Uzbekistan.
Art
A 1912 tram depot becomes a new centre for contemporary art
A former industrial site now houses Uzbekistan's first permanent centre dedicated to contemporary art. Its opening exhibition brings together local and international artists, while partnerships with major museums extend its reach abroad.
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The rise of local brands in Uzbekistan
In partnership with Center for the Production of Content for Mass Media under the Administration of the President of the Republic of Uzbekistan
From fashion and traditional crafts to electronics and manufactured goods, Uzbek companies are increasingly looking beyond production to build brands that can compete at home and reach consumers abroad.
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Protecting threatened wildlife
In partnership with Center for the Production of Content for Mass Media under the Administration of the President of the Republic of Uzbekistan
From heat-resilient corals in the Gulf of Oman to saiga antelopes on the Ustyurt Plateau, scientists and conservationists are using research, technology and hands-on protection to safeguard threatened wildlife.
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International Media Forum connects heritage with new audiences
In partnership with Islamic Civilization Center in Uzbekistan
Organised by the Islamic Civilization Center in Uzbekistan, the forum gathered nearly 300 participants from around 50 countries. Discussions ranged from responsibility for misrepresentations of Islam and journalistic independence to Europe’s closer engagement with Central Asia.
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Seasonal harvests offer another way to discover Uzbekistan
In partnership with Center for the Production of Content for Mass Media under the Administration of the President of the Republic of Uzbekistan
Vineyards, melon fields, orchards and almond farms highlight how each season brings different harvests, local traditions and rural experiences for visitors exploring Uzbekistan.
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Nearly €1bn earmarked as five-part plan targets AI and exports
President Shavkat Mirziyoyev announced the measures at annual dialogue with entrepreneurs in Khiva. They include lower energy prepayments, new credit guarantees and easier access to capital markets, alongside regulatory changes that will limit inspections and shift the burden of proof to the state.
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How evening changes life in Uzbekistan's historic cities
In partnership with Center for the Production of Content for Mass Media under the Administration of the President of the Republic of Uzbekistan
Summer evenings bring people back into the streets of Samarkand, Bukhara, Khiva and Tashkent, where restaurants, parks and historic squares remain busy long after sunset.