Netflix Acquires Warner Bros: A Landmark Deal in the Entertainment Industry
After months of negotiations, Netflix has announced the acquisition of Warner Bros Discovery for $82.7 billion, gaining control over the Harry Potter, DC and Game of Thrones franchises, as well as HBO and HBO Max. This marks one of the largest and most influential deals in the modern film and streaming landscape, significantly shifting Hollywood’s power dynamics.
President of the Republic of Uzbekistan receives delegation of Azerbaijan
President of the Republic of Uzbekistan Shavkat Mirziyoyev received Minister of Energy of the Republic of Azerbaijan Parviz Shahbazov.
Manturov and Khodjayev Hold Closed-Door Talks
On the sidelines of the 26th meeting of the Russia–Uzbekistan Intergovernmental Commission on Economic Cooperation, Russia’s First Deputy Prime Minister Denis Manturov met with Uzbekistan’s Deputy Prime Minister Jamshid Khodjayev.
Ushakov: “We Haven’t Moved Away from Peace”
Russian President Vladimir Putin held talks in the Kremlin with U.S. special envoy Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner. According to presidential aide Yuri Ushakov, the discussion was constructive, but “a great deal of work” is still required to advance toward peace.
After months of negotiations, Netflix has announced the acquisition of Warner Bros Discovery for $82.7 billion, gaining control over the Harry Potter, DC and Game of Thrones franchises, as well as HBO and HBO Max. This marks one of the largest and most influential deals in the modern film and streaming landscape, significantly shifting Hollywood’s power dynamics.
Wildberries is expanding its presence in Uzbekistan: the company has registered a new subsidiary, WB Taxi, officially entering the country’s taxi and passenger transportation market.
Sustainable Fitch evaluates SOCAR’s sustainability profile
Sustainable Fitch has assigned SOCAR its first ESG rating, giving the company an overall score of 3 and highlighting the maturity of its environmental, social and governance practices.
Japan–Central Asia summit to be held in December
Japan plans to hold the first-ever “Japan – Central Asia” summit in mid-December, reviving an initiative postponed due to earthquake risks. Tokyo aims to expand cooperation with the region, from trade links to decarbonisation efforts.
“Samarqand-2028” Being Prepared for Launch into Space
Uzbekistan is taking another step toward developing its own space infrastructure as work begins on the new hyperspectral satellite “Samarqand-2028”, created in partnership with China.
Abdukodir Khusanov Enters World Top-100 — A Historic Moment for Uzbekistan
Abdukodir Khusanov, defender of Manchester City and the Uzbekistan national team, has for the first time in the country’s history been included in The Athletic’s ranking of the world’s top 100 footballers ahead of the upcoming World Cup. He placed 86th, confirming his status as one of Europe’s fastest-rising defenders.
Uktam Umurzakov — a symbol of knowledge and devotion
Today marks four years since the passing of one of Uzbekistan’s most distinguished scholars, respected mentors, and esteemed public figures — Uktam Pardaevich Umurzakov. As Chairman of the Republican Council for Higher Education, Rector of the Tashkent Institute of Irrigation and Agricultural Mechanization Engineers, Doctor of Economics, and Professor, he dedicated his entire life to science and education.