Ruxshona Raxmatullayeva

Sport

Uzbekistan celebrates first World Cup goal despite defeat to Colombia

The Central Asian country's World Cup debut brought early-morning crowds, large public screenings and a memorable goal that many supporters considered more important than the final score.

19/06/2026

Sport

All of Uzbekistan readies to watch history at its first World Cup

Schools, offices and city squares across Uzbekistan are setting up screens for Thursday's 7 am kick-off against Colombia, as the country makes its World Cup debut under coach Fabio Cannavaro. "In the heart of every Uzbek, this is a matter of pride and honour," an education ministry official said.

17/06/2026

Business

Foreign leaders, investors and businesses gather in Tashkent

German President Frank-Walter Steinmeier is expected in Tashkent as Uzbekistan hosts investors, business leaders and foreign delegations. Talks focused on European connectivity, US business engagement, AI and long-term investment.

17/06/2026

Earth News

Countries agree €3.4bn for environmental projects

Representatives from 186 nations agreed the Global Environment Facility fund, which will support projects in 144 countries.

10/06/2026

Uzbekistan

Tashkent international maths Olympiad draws record participation

The TasIMO competition brought together 350 finalists from Europe and Asia following a sharp rise in entries.

26/05/2026

Culture news

International jazz festival draws thousands with free open-air concert

The Tashkent International Jazz Festival brought together artists from Europe, the Americas and Central Asia through a series of free open-air performances. Organisers say audience numbers and international interest are increasingly growing.

17/05/2026