Uzbekistan

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.

Final day of World Judo Championships and Japan take 5th World Title

13/10/2022

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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.

Day 7 World Judo Championships: gold medals for newcomer and underdog

12/10/2022

Davlat Bobonov receiving his World Title from The President of the Republic of Uzbekistan His Excellency Mr Shavkat Mirziyoyev.

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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.

Host nation World Title on day 5 of the World Judo Championships

10/10/2022

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There was triumph and tribulation on day three of the World Judo Championships in Tashkent.

Golds for Brazil and Mongolia in Judo World Championships

08/10/2022

A third world championship gold for Abe Hifumi

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Uta and Hifumi Abe repeat their Olympic double gold triumph at the World Judo Championships in Tashkent

Double gold for Abe siblings in Tashkent

07/10/2022

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Double gold for Japan on Day 1 at Tashkent Judo World Championships

Double gold for Japan at Judo World Championships

06/10/2022

Tashkent International Film Festival: Showcasing the best of Central Asian cinema

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Recap on one of the world's most exciting yet unknown film festivals in the world, right in the heart of Uzbekistan.

All the glitz and glamour of Uzbekistan's international film festival

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20/09/2022

Leaders at the 2022 Shanghai Cooperation Organisation summit stand for a group photo

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India's PM Narendra Modi told his Russian counterpart there was a need to establish global peace and end the Ukraine conflict at a summit in Uzbekistan.

Turkey and India call on Putin to end war in Ukraine

17/09/2022

A combination photo shows Russian President Vladimir Putin and China's President Xi Jinping during their meeting in Samarkand

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"We very much appreciate the balanced position of our Chinese friends regarding the Ukrainian crisis," said Putin.

Putin praises China's balance on Ukraine and slams 'unipolar ugliness'

15/09/2022

FILE - Chinese President Xi Jinping, left, and Russian President Vladimir Putin

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Both countries have vied for influence in Central Asia but Beijing will be wary of getting too close to Moscow, say experts, in case the EU and US get annoyed.

Russia talks 'a great risk for China' as Xi and Putin meet in Samarkan

15/09/2022

President Holds An Open Dialogue with Entrepreneurs: Announces New Initiatives, Benefits and Preferences

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Uzbekistan’s road map for future investors

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The increased transparency and bold reforms of the last five years have seen Uzbekistan’s economy grow at a speed few predicted. But can President Shavkat Mirzyoyev achieve his dream to create the Commonwealth of Independent States’ second highest economy after Russia?

09/09/2022

Stunning New Tourist Complex: Silk Road Samarkand Opens in Uzbekistan

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The Silk Road Samarkand Tourist Complex Opens in Uzbekistan

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A stunning new tourist complex The Silk Road Samarkand, has opened in Uzbekistan. Here modern hospitality standards are enhanced by the traditions of the past. Next to modern hotels, this city was built by craftsmen using ancient skills to create modern wonders.

01/09/2022

Uzbekistan embraces heritage to secure cultural future

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Uzbekistan embraces heritage to secure cultural future

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Uzbekistan embraces traditions to secure cultural future

01/08/2022

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Kurash: an ancient folk wrestling becomes modern sport

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Kurash is one of the most ancient folk styles of wrestling known to humankind. According to research, the game emerged on the territory of modern Uzbekistan at least 3500 years ago.

27/07/2022

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Demonstrations broke out over the weekend after constitutional amendment plans were dropped.

Eighteen killed and over 200 injured during rare unrest in Uzbekistan

04/07/2022

Tashkent TV Tower Aerial Shot During Sunset in Uzbekistan

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Uzbekistan set for second stage of reforms

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As Uzbekistan prepares for the next stage of its reform programme, its leadership is says it will carry out a major restructuring of government, with some functions devolved to local authorities and others dispensed with altogether.

20/12/2021

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What's next for Uzbekistan after Mirziyoyev's re-election?

First Deputy Chairman of the Senate of Uzbekistan Sodiq Safoev told Euronews how the regional strategy in Uzbekistan is set to change in the wake of October's elections.

29/11/2021

Extreme weather is making the cost of this traditional Uzbek dish very costly

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Extreme weather is threatening Uzbekistan's greatest traditional dish

Plov is a Uzbek culinary institution throughout the homes of 35 million people. This year, intense droughts are forcing farmers to increase the price of its key ingredient – carrots.

19/11/2021

Pre-school education in Uzbekistan goes mobile

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Pre-school education in Uzbekistan goes mobile

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More children are getting access to preschool education in Uzbekistan. Alternative school models are being introduced, like a bus with a teacher that arrives in some remote villages every morning, empowering children to make their own choices about how they learn.

29/10/2021

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Uzbekistan’s President Shavkat Mirziyoyev has won re-election with 90% of the vote, preliminary results showed on Monday.

Uzbekistan leader wins second term in 'not truly competitive' election

25/10/2021

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Mirziyoyev has eased some of the restrictions of his predecessor but made no effort towards political reform.

In Uzbekistan, Shavkat Mirziyoyev heads for a predictable landslide

24/10/2021

The Tashkent International Film Festival starts up again after 24 years

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Celebrating a new generation of filmmakers and inspiring Central Asian cinema with an exchange of fresh ideas and opportunities - the capital of Uzbekistan welcomes guests from around the world to the first Tashkent International Film Festival since 1997.

The Tashkent International Film Festival starts up again after 24 years

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08/10/2021

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9 films to watch out for at Tashkent International Film Festival

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The Tashkent International Film Festival in Uzbekistan is back after a 24-year hiatus. Euronews has picked 9 films to watch from this year's screenings.

29/09/2021

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The International Forum: 'Central Asia at the Crossroads of World Civilizations' in Uzbekistan brought together some of the world’s most renowned cultural experts. It was also part of the country's larger goal to preserve and promote the region's cultural and historical heritage.

Uzbekistan promotes preserving its historic heritage during Culture Week

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23/09/2021

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