China's COVEC to Build Tashkent–Samarkand Highway, Toll Operator to Be Selected Separately

China's COVEC to Build Tashkent–Samarkand Highway, Toll Operator to Be Selected Separately
Uzbekistan

Construction of the new Tashkent–Samarkand highway will be carried out in two phases. China Overseas Engineering Group (COVEC) will build and deliver the road, after which a separate partner will be selected to operate the completed motorway as a toll road.

NATO Tests Next-Generation Stratospheric Technologies Over Poland

NATO Tests Next-Generation Stratospheric Technologies Over Poland
World

Poland is set to host tests of American high-altitude micro balloons as part of a joint US-NATO program aimed at advancing technologies for future multi-domain military operations. Military officials say the mission is research-oriented and focused on evaluating next-generation communication, surveillance and data-sharing capabilities.

Uzbekistan Strengthens Diplomatic Ties with Malaysia and Pakistan

Political

Uzbekistan continues to expand its international engagement by strengthening political dialogue and economic cooperation with Asian partners. Foreign Minister Bakhtiyor Saidov received copies of the credentials of the newly appointed ambassadors of Malaysia and Pakistan and discussed key priorities for bilateral cooperation.

A videoconference chaired by the President of Uzbekistan has commenced to review the results achieved in the first half of the current year and discuss the priorities and tasks to be accomplished by the end of the year

Economy

Uzbekistan's economy posted solid growth in the first half of the year, but the current results should serve as a foundation for achieving even stronger performance. This was emphasized during a videoconference chaired by the President, where first-half results and priorities for the remainder of the year were reviewed.

Business

Uzbekistan's Competition Committee has approved the acquisition of a 50% stake in mobile operator Perfectum by businessman Farhod Mamatjanov, paving the way for further investment and development in the country's telecommunications sector.

Business

BMB HOLDING continues to strengthen its international partnerships by expanding cooperation with one of China's largest state-owned corporations. During a recent meeting, the parties discussed joint investment opportunities, industrial cooperation, and the promotion of Uzbek products in foreign markets.

BMB HOLDING Strengthens Business Ties with Japan

BMB HOLDING Strengthens Business Ties with Japan
Business

BMB HOLDING continues to expand its international partnerships by strengthening cooperation with Japanese counterparts. The discussions focused on joint investment projects, export expansion, and promoting Uzbek products in the Japanese market.

FIFA Finds No Confirmed Match Manipulation at the 2026 World Cup

FIFA Finds No Confirmed Match Manipulation at the 2026 World Cup
Sport

FIFA has found no confirmed cases of match-fixing following its review of the 2026 FIFA World Cup. The assessment covered all 104 matches of the tournament as well as potential incidents related to betting and match manipulation.

Uzbekistan and China Launch Joint Research Laboratory for Green Energy

Uzbekistan and China Launch Joint Research Laboratory for Green Energy
Technology

Uzbekistan and China have expanded their scientific cooperation in renewable energy by launching a joint research laboratory. The new facility is expected to bring together researchers from both countries to develop advanced energy technologies, conduct collaborative research and train highly qualified specialists.

Siberian Wellness — 30 Years on the International Market!

Siberian Wellness — 30 Years on the International Market!
Special Project

Davron Abdullaev, the Founder and Publisher of the Bright Uzbekistan international magazine, met with Tatyana Gorokhovskaya, the President of the Siberian Wellness international company.