Uzbekistan

Sport

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.

10/10/2022

Sport

Golds for Brazil and Mongolia in Judo World Championships

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

08/10/2022

Sport

Double gold for Abe siblings in Tashkent

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

07/10/2022

Sport

Double gold for Japan at Judo World Championships

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

06/10/2022

Cult

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

In partnership with Silk Road Samarkand

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

20/09/2022

Uzbekistan

Turkey and India call on Putin to end war in Ukraine

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.

17/09/2022

Uzbekistan

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

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

15/09/2022

Uzbekistan

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

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.

15/09/2022

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Uzbekistan’s road map for future investors

Partner content presented by Silk Road Samarkand

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

Destinations

The Silk Road Samarkand Tourist Complex Opens in Uzbekistan

In partnership with Silk Road Samarkand

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

Focus

Uzbekistan embraces heritage to secure cultural future

In partnership with ERIELL

Uzbekistan embraces traditions to secure cultural future

01/08/2022

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Kurash: an ancient folk wrestling becomes modern sport

Partner content presented by KFU

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

Uzbekistan

Eighteen killed and over 200 injured during rare unrest in Uzbekistan

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

04/07/2022

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Uzbekistan set for second stage of reforms

Partner content presented by NAESMI

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

World

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

Food and Drink

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

World

Pre-school education in Uzbekistan goes mobile

In partnership with NAESMI

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

Uzbekistan

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

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

25/10/2021

Uzbekistan

In Uzbekistan, Shavkat Mirziyoyev heads for a predictable landslide

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

24/10/2021

Cult

The Tashkent International Film Festival starts up again after 24 years

In partnership with NAESMI

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.

08/10/2021

Cinema

9 films to watch out for at Tashkent International Film Festival

In partnership with NAESMI

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

Cult

Uzbekistan promotes preserving its historic heritage during Culture Week

In partnership with NAESMI

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.

23/09/2021

Cult

Ancient astronomy manuscript resurrected by Uzbek heritage initiative

In partnership with NAESMI

The first true-to-the-original facsimile copy of the manuscript of Images of the Fixed Stars, an ancient astronomy manuscript by one of the most famous Muslim astronomers of all time has been resurrected by Uzbekistan's heritage initiative.

16/09/2021

Focus

Foreign investors look towards Uzbekistan as its tech sector blossoms

In partnership with NAESMI

In recent years, Uzbekistan has launched various reforms in order to liberalise the economy. The Tech sector is one of its fastest-growing sectors and local start-ups are attracting foreign investors. They plan to expand. Take a look at some of the success stories.

01/09/2021

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Uzbekistan sets out an ambitious road map to becoming a key start-up hub

Partner content presented by NAESMI

In a major national event held physically in Tashkent and virtually across the country on August 20, Uzbek President Shavkat Mirziyoyev talked to around 10,000 entrepreneurs, addressing concerns and laying out plans for a root and branch reform of business and tax regulations.

01/09/2021

Uzbekistan

Here's what Uzbekistan's cuisine reveals about its history and culture

In partnership with NAESMI

Uzbekistan’s territory was a central route on the Silk Road, and the people, ideas and goods that travelled through it have intrinsically become part of Uzbekistan’s culture, including its cuisine.

26/08/2021