Tashkent Named the Safest City in Central Asia
Tashkent has officially been recognized as the safest city in Central Asia. According to the 2025 results published by global platform Numbeo, the Uzbek capital ranked 51st worldwide, surpassing Astana, Almaty, and other major cities in the region.
Taftish.uz Staff Detained in Tashkent
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On January 16, the head and staff of Taftish.uz, a media outlet known for citizen-driven investigations, were detained in Tashkent. Among those detained are the head, Gayrat Aberaev (1988), and journalists Azizjon Yuldashev (1992), Sardor Hamidov (2000), Marjona Eshkuvvatova (2006), and Dilshod Nishonov (1998).
EU Prepares Fast-Track Path for Ukraine
The European Union is developing a simplified accession process for Ukraine, Financial Times reports. The new two-step system could replace the current “Cold War-era” model, allowing Kyiv to integrate faster in the event of a peace agreement.
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Merz Calls Russia a European Country, Hopes for Renewed Relations
German Chancellor Friedrich Merz has described Russia as a European country and expressed hope for restoring a balance in relations with Moscow in the long term. He made the remarks at a New Year’s reception at the Halle–Dessau Chamber of Commerce, as reported by Die Welt.
Uzbekistan and Tajikistan Open a New Route to China
Uzbekistan and Tajikistan have launched a pilot project for a new multimodal transport corridor linking Central Asia with China. As part of the first phase, a convoy of ten fully loaded trucks will travel from Uzbekistan through Tajikistan to China.
US President Donald Trump has urged major oil companies to invest at least $100 billion in Venezuela’s oil sector, but industry leaders have reacted with caution.
The messenger’s bonds worth around $500 million have been frozen in Russia’s National Settlement Depository due to Western sanctions. The company assures investors that payments will be made on schedule.
President of Uzbekistan takes part in the business forum of “Central Asia + Japan” Dialogue
In continuation of the program of events of the “Central Asia + Japan” Dialogue, President of the Republic of Uzbekistan Shavkat Mirziyoyev took part in a multilateral business forum.
The World Enters the Age of Neural Networks
Artificial intelligence is no longer a technology of the future — it has become part of everyday life. According to Microsoft, one in three working-age adults worldwide now uses AI tools on a daily basis.
Top Boxers of the Country Take the Ring in Tashkent
The Uzbekistan Boxing Championship has kicked off in Tashkent. According to the National Olympic Committee, 278 athletes from all regions of the country are taking part in the tournament.
How ioka Travel Is Transforming Air Ticket Purchases in Uzbekistan
The Uzbek market is experiencing a period of rapid growth, and as travel activity increases, so does the demand for convenient, simple, and affordable air ticket booking services. Enter ioka travel (ioka.uz), a new and innovative product that is fundamentally changing the traditional approach to booking flights. But what makes ioka travel unique? It is not just another online ticket sales platform. It is a product designed around real user needs, offering convenience, transparency, and security at every stage of interaction.