Official “Uzbek Mahalla” Established in Seattle
The Uzbek community in the U.S. state of Washington has gained a new official platform aimed at bringing compatriots together. Initiated by people from Uzbekistan, the “Uzbek Mahalla” public association has been formally registered by the state authorities.
Uzbek Alphabet Set for Changes as Bill Moves to Senate
Uzbekistan’s Latin-based alphabet could be revised after the Legislative Chamber of the Oliy Majlis adopted a corresponding bill in three readings and sent it to the Senate for consideration.
Tokayev Cleared to Run Again for President of Kazakhstan
Kazakh President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev is legally eligible to run for the presidency again following the entry into force of the country’s new Constitution. The Constitutional Court ruled that any election under the new constitutional framework would be considered his first presidential term.
Eight Times Larger Than the Pentagon: Egypt Opens New Military Command Center
Egypt has opened a new Strategic Command Headquarters for its armed forces — a vast military and administrative complex unofficially known as the “Octagon.” By built-up area, the facility is nearly eight times larger than the Pentagon in the United States.
UZ Trade House Germany and Hanseatic Connect to Open European Market for 100,000 Specialists
The systematic diversification of foreign labor markets and the establishment of protected legal mechanisms for integrating domestic human capital into high-tech sectors of the European economy have formed the foundation for a new phase of strategic partnership between Uzbekistan and the Federal Republic of Germany. Within the framework of the state visit of the Federal President of Germany, Frank-Walter Steinmeier, to Uzbekistan, a milestone declaration of intent (Absichtserklärung) on strategic cooperation was executed between UZ Trade House Germany and Hanseatic Connect. The document, signed by Managing Directors Johnny Bakos and Thomas Avisus, establishes a long-term framework for the targeted recruitment, professional qualification, and subsequent formal employment of up to 100,000 specialists and workers from Uzbekistan across Germany and other European markets.
The expansion of domestic private capital into the high-capacity markets of the Middle East is becoming deeply systematic due to the establishment of resilient interagency platforms designed to minimize logistical barriers and stimulate direct B2B contacts. On the sidelines of the Tashkent International Investment Forum (TMIF-2026), a strategic memorandum was signed between the Chamber of Commerce and Industry of Uzbekistan and the Economic Council of Iraq, anchoring the official establishment of a joint Business Council.
The construction of Central Asia's largest ultra-modern aviation hub will elevate Uzbekistan's transport and logistics potential to a world-class transit level, ensuring the reception of all aircraft types under any weather conditions. On the sidelines of the fifth Tashkent International Investment Forum (TIIF-2026), Uzbekistan Airports JSC and the Saudi company Vision International Investment signed a public-private partnership (PPP) agreement for the construction and operation of the "New Tashkent" International Airport. The project, with an initial phase valued at approximately $3 billion, will be executed by a consortium of leading companies from Saudi Arabia, Japan, and the Republic of Korea. Under the terms outlined by the Ministry of Transport, the new facility will be transferred to the private partner's management for a term of 35 years.
American Capital for Medicine and Mining: DFC to Finance Major AKFA GROUP Projects
The strategic partnership between Uzbek private business and American financial institutions is shifting into the practical phase of large-scale investment, unlocking new opportunities for integrating innovative technologies into the republic's social and industrial sectors. A high-level delegation from the United States of America, led by Ben Black, Chief Executive Officer of the International Development Finance Corporation (DFC), visited the AKFA GROUP holding. The parties held detailed negotiations focused on expanding bilateral commercial interaction and directly attracting major American investments into the company's key infrastructure projects.
Ronaldo’s Final World Cup Ends as Spain Reach Quarterfinals
Spain and Belgium have advanced to the 2026 FIFA World Cup quarterfinals after defeating Portugal and the United States in the round of 16.
Amazon Leo to Erase Digital Borders in Uzbekistan’s Regions
The signing of a large-scale agreement between the American corporation Amazon Leo and the joint venture UZ-SAT LLC initiates a new era in the development of the domestic telecommunications infrastructure and guarantees ubiquitous access to advanced digital services. The strategic document, finalized on the sidelines of the fifth Tashkent International Investment Forum (TIIF 2026), aims to deploy high-speed broadband satellite internet services across the entire territory of the republic. This partnership is set to become a key driver for the growth of the country's digital economy.
Siberian Wellness — 30 Years on the International Market!
Davron Abdullaev, the Founder and Publisher of the Bright Uzbekistan international magazine, met with Tatyana Gorokhovskaya, the President of the Siberian Wellness international company.