Uzbekistan falls to 82nd in global passport ranking

Uzbekistan has fallen to 82nd place among 106 countries in the Henley Passport Index, down from 73rd in April 2026. Uzbek citizens can travel to 57 countries and territories without obtaining a visa in advance.

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Uzbekistan’s annual inflation slows to 6.4% in September

Uzbekistan’s annual inflation rate fell to 6.4% in September, while underlying price pressures persisted, with the Central Bank warning of domestic and external risks that could push prices higher.

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Tashkent tightens construction oversight after identifying more than 720 unauthorized apartment buildings

More than 720 apartment buildings in Tashkent were built without the required permits from architectural authorities, and the cases are now being reviewed by the Prosecutor General’s Office, Construction and Housing and Communal Services Minister Sherzod Khidoyatov has said.

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Uzbekistan discusses food security and climate cooperation with The Rockefeller Foundation

Uzbekistan has discussed potential cooperation with The Rockefeller Foundation on agriculture, food security and climate change resilience during a meeting in the United States between Agriculture Minister Ibrohim Abdurahmonov and the foundation’s president, Rajiv Shah.

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Uzbekistan plans 300 MW solar power plant in Kashkadarya region

Uzbekistan plans to commission a 300 MW solar power plant and a 75 MW energy storage system in Kashkadarya region in 2027 as part of a broader effort to expand the region’s energy infrastructure.

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Uzbekistan to play Saudi Arabia in November friendly in Doha

Uzbekistan will play Saudi Arabia in a friendly match in Doha on November 17 as part of the November FIFA international window.

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Uzbekistan, CNPC discuss gas storage project and new oil and gas fields

Uzbekistan and China National Petroleum Corporation (CNPC) have discussed cooperation on underground gas storage, upgrades to the gas transportation network and the development of new oil and gas fields.

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Uzbekistan seeks deeper financial cooperation with Visa, Nasdaq and other US companies

The Central Bank of Uzbekistan has held talks with major US financial companies on developing the country’s financial markets, expanding digital payments and attracting investment.

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President Mirziyoyev announces New Karshi project for 500,000 people

President Shavkat Mirziyoyev has announced plans to build a new city for up to 500,000 residents on 5,000 hectares in Kashkadarya region, as part of a development project called New Karshi. He also unveiled plans for a separate 235-hectare ecological complex, New Nasaf.

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Migration Agency recovers $850,000 in unpaid wages for 817 citizens working abroad

The Migration Agency of Uzbekistan has helped 817 citizens recover $850,000 in unpaid wages and compensation from foreign employers in the first nine months of 2026.

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Shavkat Mirziyoyev, EAEU chief discuss cutting trade barriers and digitizing customs

President Shavkat Mirziyoyev met Eurasian Economic Commission Chairman Bakytzhan Sagintayev on October 22 to discuss trade, investment and transport links between Uzbekistan and Eurasian Economic Union (EAEU) member states.

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Uzbekistan and Georgia seek to deepen strategic partnership

The Minister of Foreign Affairs Bakhtiyor Saidov met Georgian Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Maka Botchorishvili in Batumi to discuss measures to deepen the two countries’ strategic partnership and expand bilateral cooperation.

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Number of Uzbeks going abroad to study falls by a third

A total of 16,522 Uzbek citizens traveled abroad for education in January–September 2026, down 33% from the same period last year, when approximately 24,600 people went overseas to study.

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FIFA confirms dates for 2027 U-20 World Cup in Uzbekistan and Azerbaijan

The FIFA U-20 World Cup 2027, co-hosted by Uzbekistan and Azerbaijan, will take place from September 17 to October 9, with 24 national teams competing for the title. FIFA has opened preliminary registration for fans who want to attend the matches.

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Uzbekistan authorizes digital documents for a wider range of services

Uzbek citizens can now use electronic versions of personal documents, including passports and ID cards, at banks, airports and notary offices, as well as in several other settings. The documents can be presented through the MyGovUz and Social Card mobile apps.

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President Mirziyoyev reviews nuclear power plant project with Rosatom chief

President Shavkat Mirziyoyev met Rosatom Director General Alexey Likhachev on October 23 to review Uzbekistan’s first integrated nuclear power plant project, including construction work, specialist training and plans for a residential town near the site.

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Uzbekistan harvests 4.63 million tonnes of cotton, beating 2026 target

Uzbekistan harvested 4.63 million tonnes of cotton by October 22, exceeding its target for the 2026 season by 3%.

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Uzbekistan backs UAE nominee Lana Nusseibeh for UN Secretary-General

Uzbekistan has endorsed the United Arab Emirates’ nomination of Lana Zaki Nusseibeh for the post of United Nations Secretary-General, citing the need for an experienced diplomat capable of building consensus amid growing international tensions.

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Uzbekistan may pay UZS 500 million to its best-performing universities

Universities in Uzbekistan could receive UZS 500 million each for strong performance in the national higher education rankings under proposed changes to the assessment system. The draft also revises the criteria used to rank institutions, including graduate employment, academic performance and the digitalization of teaching and university management.

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