Uzbekistan’s National Assets Enter the Global Arena
Uzbekistan is embarking on a large-scale integration into the global financial system. For the first time in the nation's history, the National Investment Fund will list shares of major state-owned enterprises simultaneously on both the Tashkent and London Stock Exchanges (LSE). This move marks the republic's transition to modern market rules and total transparency for global capital.
The First Interparliamentary Forum "Uzbekistan – France" was held in the Senate
A new chapter in relations with the Fifth Republic has opened in Tashkent: the Senate of the Oliy Majlis hosted a delegation from the French Senate for the first-ever bilateral interparliamentary forum. The meeting served not merely as a diplomatic gesture but as a practical step toward implementing the ambitious agreements reached by the leaders of both nations.
406,700 Kilometers from Home
Humanity has ventured deeper into space than ever before. NASA astronauts have successfully completed the first crewed lunar flyby in half a century, reaching an incredible distance of 406,700 km from Earth and setting an absolute world record for flight distance.
JD Vance Arrives in Budapest to Rescue Orbán’s Ratings
U.S. Vice President JD Vance arrived in Budapest on an emergency visit just five days before the parliamentary elections to provide direct support to Viktor Orbán. During a joint press conference, Vance called the Hungarian Prime Minister a "model" for all of Europe and launched an unprecedented attack on the European Union leadership. According to the American politician, Brussels is intentionally attempting to undermine Hungary’s economy and energy independence to punish Orbán for his conservative stance and resistance to liberal norms.
US and Uzbekistan Create Joint Shield for Business
In Washington, Saida Mirziyoyeva, Assistant to the President of Uzbekistan, held a strategic meeting with Ben Black, CEO of the U.S. International Development Finance Corporation (DFC). The negotiations have paved the way for the launch of a unique investment platform destined to fundamentally redefine the landscape for American business in the region.
Famous internet personality and former kickboxing champion Andrew Tate has been spotted in Uzbekistan alongside his brother Tristan Tate. Their visit has sparked interest on social media, though official details of the trip have not been disclosed.
Forbes released its annual ranking of the world’s wealthiest individuals. Leading the list is Elon Musk, whose fortune reached a record $839 billion. Google founders Larry Page and Sergey Brin hold second and third places. The top 20 includes entrepreneurs from the US, China, India, and Europe, with total billionaire wealth reaching $20.1 trillion.
Google Fined More Than the Global Economy
A Russian court has fined Google an astronomical amount — $1.4 quintillion. This exceeds the entire global GDP and is worth more than all the money in the world.
Telegram to Adapt to Blockages in Russia
Following Telegram’s renewed blockage in Russia, the messenger’s creator Pavel Durov promised to adapt the platform, making its traffic “harder to detect and block.” According to him, millions of Russians continue to use the app via VPN, sending millions of messages daily despite restrictions.
Alisher Ganiev Conquers the Asian Championship Summit
The Uzbek school of wrestling has once again reaffirmed its status as the strongest on the continent. At the ongoing Asian Championship, our compatriots demonstrated brilliant technique and a relentless will to win, adding both gold and bronze medals to the national team's tally.
APEX INSURANCE: Growth and Strengthening Leadership in the Uzbek Insurance Market
2025 was a significant milestone for APEX INSURANCE. The company demonstrated strong financial results, implemented a sustainable growth strategy, and strengthened its position as a leader in the Uzbek insurance market.