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Uzbekistan expands transport network with new rail and air corridors for Central Asian businesses
In partnership with Center for the Production of Content for Mass Media under the Administration of the President of the Republic of Uzbekistan
Investments in highways, railways, and air transport are on the rise, with several major projects underway.
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Bukhara Biennial: Healing through art and culture on the Silk Road
In partnership with Islamic Civilization Center in Uzbekistan
The inaugural Bukhara Biennial, themed “Recipes for Broken Hearts”, brings over 200 artists from 40 countries to the Silk Road city, blending art, healing and heritage in Uzbekistan.
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Prison break in Uzbek jails for inmates who do required reading
Uzbekistan has approved a law that allows prisoners to reduce their jail sentences by up to 30 days per year, by reading several books, included on a special list. But the educative exercise is not an option for all inmates.
Silk Road Adventures
Uzbekistan’s Fergana Valley: land of silk, craft and fertile vineyards
In partnership with Center for the Production of Content for Mass Media under the Administration of the President of the Republic of Uzbekistan
Fergana Valley offers fertile landscapes, silk workshops, historic palaces, and traditions that make it Uzbekistan’s cultural and natural heart.
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Changemakers of Uzbekistan
Meet the Uzbek scientist pioneering genetic breakthroughs in cotton, wheat and global food security
In partnership with Center for the Production of Content for Mass Media under the Administration of the President of the Republic of Uzbekistan
Uzbek scientist and agriculture minister Ibrokhim Abdurakhmonov is reshaping global farming through groundbreaking genetic research.
Silk Road Adventures
How Tamerlane’s legacy Is preserved in Shahrisabz
In partnership with Center for the Production of Content for Mass Media under the Administration of the President of the Republic of Uzbekistan
In southern Uzbekistan, Shahrisabz blends Timurid architecture, traditional crafts and Silk Road history into a city that quietly preserves its cultural legacy — far from the crowds of Samarkand.
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What will be the benefits of Uzbekistan's new labour strategy?
The country is now focusing on equipping workers with the right skills, rather than simply creating jobs. New training centres, digital tools, and vocational vouchers aim to boost employment, cut poverty, and close the skills gap in a changing economy.
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Uzbekistan’s New Urban Development
In partnership with Center for the Production of Content for Mass Media under the Administration of the President of the Republic of Uzbekistan
Uzbekistan breaks ground on “New Tashkent,” a visionary urban project designed to house 2 million people and become a regional hub for innovation, sustainability, and smart infrastructure.
Silk Road Adventures
The colours of Uzbekistan’s bazaars are not just about commerce
In partnership with Center for the Production of Content for Mass Media under the Administration of the President of the Republic of Uzbekistan
Bazaars are living symbols of the country’s historical role as a crossroads of civilizations and its vibrant present-day culture.
Changemakers of Uzbekistan
Behzod Abduraimov: a childhood dream hits the world’s stage
In partnership with Center for the Production of Content for Mass Media under the Administration of the President of the Republic of Uzbekistan
Uzbek pianist Behzod Abduraimov describes his musical journey, from humble beginnings in Tashkent to performing in storied venues around the world.
Silk Road Adventures
Surkhandarya: A journey of discovery in Uzbekistan’s untouched South
In partnership with Center for the Production of Content for Mass Media under the Administration of the President of the Republic of Uzbekistan
Framed as a story of discovery, this episode of Silk Road Adventures is a unique journey across a lesser-travelled land where nature, history, and tradition blend seamlessly.
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Uzbekistan develops rare materials with greener extraction methods
In partnership with Center for the Production of Content for Mass Media under the Administration of the President of the Republic of Uzbekistan
Uzbekistan is ramping up its mining exports — including uranium — to meet global demand for rare materials. From cleaner extraction techniques to foreign partnerships, the country is positioning itself as a reliable supplier in the energy transition supply chain.
Silk Road Adventures
Get to know the alpine wonders of Uzbekistan
In partnership with Center for the Production of Content for Mass Media under the Administration of the President of the Republic of Uzbekistan
In this episode we head to the north-eastern tip of Uzbekistan to uncover the alpine wonders surrounding of the country, where soaring peaks, emerald slopes, and deep-blue reservoirs form a natural escape just two hours from Tashkent.
Changemakers of Uzbekistan
Uzbekistan’s driver testing goes digital in push for road safety
In partnership with Center for the Production of Content for Mass Media under the Administration of the President of the Republic of Uzbekistan
Uzbekistan is overhauling its driver licensing system with AI-driven testing centers aimed at boosting transparency, road safety, and public trust in one of Central Asia’s most traffic-challenged nations.
Changemakers of Uzbekistan
Pushing the limits: Life advice from Uzbekistan’s Paralympic Champions
In partnership with Center for the Production of Content for Mass Media under the Administration of the President of the Republic of Uzbekistan
In this episode of Changemakers of Uzbekistan, we meet Paralympic Champions Khusniddin Norbekov and Asila Mirzayorova, who both took home Gold medals at the Paris 2024 Games.
Silk Road Adventures
Tashkent blends ancient roots with digital ambition on the Silk Road
In partnership with Center for the Production of Content for Mass Media under the Administration of the President of the Republic of Uzbekistan
From historic mosques to cutting-edge startups, Tashkent is fast becoming a capital of contrasts — where centuries-old tradition sits alongside modern tech and architecture in Central Asia’s rising star.
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Uzbekistan expands pharma production with €1.2bn investment
In partnership with Center for the Production of Content for Mass Media under the Administration of the President of the Republic of Uzbekistan
Uzbekistan is rapidly scaling up its pharmaceutical sector with the launch of Tashkent Pharma Park — a €1.2 billion project uniting research, logistics, manufacturing and training.
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Uzbekistan secures €26bn in deals at Tashkent Investment Forum
In partnership with Center for the Production of Content for Mass Media under the Administration of the President of the Republic of Uzbekistan
Uzbekistan hosted the Tashkent International Investment Forum, attracting 7,500 delegates and €26 billion in signed deals. The event highlighted new reforms, strategic partnerships, and major sectoral investments.