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Changemakers of Uzbekistan
Madina Kasimbaeva revives Uzbekistan’s suzani embroidery, weaving heritage into global acclaim
In partnership with Center for the Production of Content for Mass Media under the Administration of the President of the Republic of Uzbekistan
Master embroiderer Madina Kasimbaeva is breathing new life into Uzbekistan’s Tashkent school of suzani. Her handmade textiles empower women and have earned worldwide recognition, from Qatar to the British Museum.
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Uzbekistan opens educational hub for children inside the Center of Islamic Civilization
In partnership with Islamic Civilization Center in Uzbekistan
In Tashkent, a new educational center inside the Center of Islamic Civilization invites children to explore the country’s rich heritage through technology, storytelling, and interactive learning.
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Global delegates gather in Samarkand as Uzbekistan outlines reforms
In partnership with Center for the Production of Content for Mass Media under the Administration of the President of the Republic of Uzbekistan
Samarkand hosted UNESCO’s 43rd General Conference outside Paris for the first time in forty years. The gathering showcased global debates on education, culture and technology, and underscored Uzbekistan’s reform priorities.
Silk Road Adventures
Khiva, Samarkand and Bukhara preserve a living Silk Road legacy
In partnership with Center for the Production of Content for Mass Media under the Administration of the President of the Republic of Uzbekistan
Uzbekistan’s artisans preserve centuries-old Silk Road traditions, weaving wool and silk into carpets that reflect history, culture and craftsmanship.
Business Line
How Uzbekistan is unlocking foreign investment opportunities
In partnership with Center for the Production of Content for Mass Media under the Administration of the President of the Republic of Uzbekistan
Foreign direct investment in Uzbekistan has reached €111.8 billion, doubling GDP and fueling growth across nearly all sectors of the economy, from manufacturing and energy to IT and finance.
Silk Road Adventures
Who was Amir Temur? The empire builder of Central Asia
In partnership with Center for the Production of Content for Mass Media under the Administration of the President of the Republic of Uzbekistan
From conqueror to cultural icon, Amir Temur built cities, fostered knowledge, and left a timeless mark on Central Asia.
Culture news
Diverse issues: How Uzbekistan is uniting its multi-ethnic population
The personal story of the Korean Cultural Centres Association in Uzbekistan chairman, Viktor Pak, who was raised by an Uzbek family, is the best example of how the country of around 38 million people tries to unite its diverse population
Europe News
EU and Uzbekistan deepen cooperation under EPCA
Uzbekistan’s President will visit Brussels on 24 October 2025 to sign the Enhanced Partnership and Cooperation Agreement (EPCA) with the EU. The deal marks a new phase in political, trade, and security cooperation, strengthening ties and supporting reforms and sustainable development.
Changemakers of Uzbekistan
Meet Uzbekistan’s leading female chess player
In partnership with Center for the Production of Content for Mass Media under the Administration of the President of the Republic of Uzbekistan
Women’s Grandmaster Gulrukhbegim Tokhirjonova reflects on her journey from childhood tournaments to global success and why she sees her return to Uzbekistan as a responsibility and honour.
Silk Road Adventures
Uzbekistan’s Navoi: eco-villages, yurts and timeless heritage
In partnership with Center for the Production of Content for Mass Media under the Administration of the President of the Republic of Uzbekistan
Uzbekistan’s Navoi region combines sustainable tourism with cultural heritage, from eco-villages and family-run guesthouses to historic fortresses, petroglyphs and traditional nomadic yurts.