Uzbekistan

Destinations

The trials and triumphs of exploring Uzbekistan by high-speed train

I slashed my journey times by 60% on Uzbekistan's high-speed trains.

01/07/2023

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Uzbekistan’s ambition to become global chemicals giant in full flow

Partner content presented by Silk Road Samarkand

Uzbekistan’s expansion into a major global player in chemicals and gas is one step closer to fruition.

30/06/2023

World

Empowering the 'Harmonious Generation'

In partnership with the Ministry of Culture and Tourism of Uzbekistan

Uzbekistan is boldly transforming its out-of-school education system, offering after-school activities in special centers known as Barkamol Avlod, which translates to "harmonious generation" in Uzbek

22/06/2023

Explore

Samarkand: An oasis of relaxation

In partnership with Silk Road Samarkand

The facilities of the new Silk Road tourist hub offer a wide range of wellness treatments: from pressure chambers to sand massages.

08/06/2023

Uzbekistan

Euroviews. Uzbekistan needs a new economic approach that includes LGBTQ+ people

Countries that have decriminalised homosexuality have 4.5 times higher rates of foreign direct investment (FDI) than countries that criminalise consensual same-sex relationships, M V Lee Badgett writes.

17/05/2023

Focus

Uzbekistan attracts foreign investment thanks to government reforms

In partnership with the Ministry of Culture and Tourism of Uzbekistan

Uzbek start-ups in fintech, e-commerce and software are benefitting from foreign investment thanks to green economy strategies, the privatisation of Uzbek banks and public-private partnership laws.

09/05/2023

Uzbekistan

Uzbekistan's president could stay in power until 2040 after referendum

Counting has begun after a referendum in Uzbekistan that, if passed, would allow the current president to stay in power until 2040

01/05/2023

Destinations

Uzbekistan: The Central Asian country is opening up to the world

Uzbekistan is now easier than ever to visit, here are some of the best things to see and do.

10/03/2023

Sport

Judo: Uzbekistan takes two more golds at the Tashkent Grand Slam 2023

Uzbek's Davlat Bobonov was on fire throughout the day on day 3 of the Tashkent Grand Slam in Uzbekistan and Alisher Yusupov also took gold after she countered Saito Tatsuru of Japan.

05/03/2023

Sport

Judo: Uzbekistan takes gold on the second day of Tashkent Grand Slam

The second day of the Tashkent Grand Slam saw middleweight judoko's perform exciting judo in Uzbekistan with Japan's Megumi Horikawa take home gold - her fourth grand slam gold medal.

04/03/2023

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How natural gas can unlock Uzbekistan’s true economic potential

Partner content presented by Silk Road Samarkand

How natural gas can unlock Uzbekistan’s true economic potential

26/12/2022

Focus

Uzbekistan sharpens its sights on solar energy

In partnership with Silk Road Samarkand

Uzbekistan has an average of 330 sunny days a year and the potential for solar energy is huge.

21/12/2022

Focus

UNESCO World Conference: preschool for all children is crucial

In partnership with UNESCO - Ministry of preschool education of the Republic of Uzbekistan

The first 1000 days are the most important to a child's development. 90% of the brain is developed by the time a child reaches the age of 3. UNESCO Global Education Monitoring report has shown that access to preschool is still dependent on wealth, even in high-income countries.

18/11/2022

Destinations

Samarkand, Bukhara, Khiva: Discover Uzbekistan’s fabled cities

The country, once closed off to visitors, is now encouraging tourists to see its unique beauties.

14/11/2022

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What does the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation summit mean for Europe?

Partner content presented by Silk Road Samarkand

As inflation and energy shortages continue to rise in Europe, the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) could fill the gap left by Russian sanctions.

07/11/2022

Taste

Learn to cook chuzma lagman with a top Uzbek chef

In partnership with Silk Road Samarkand

Bahriddin Chustiy is one of the most famous chefs in Uzbekistan. His goal is to make Uzbek food famous all over the world.

03/11/2022

Focus

Uzbekistan's new tourist resort creates jobs

In partnership with Silk Road Samarkand

On the famous Silk Road in Uzbekistan, a newly opened resort promises a luxury experience for tourists and thousands of job opportunities for locals.

17/10/2022

Sport

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

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.

13/10/2022

Sport

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

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.

12/10/2022

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