Uzbekistan Approves National Pavilion Location at EXPO 2030
The institutionalization of Uzbekistan's cultural presence at major international exhibition venues is becoming a key instrument for strengthening long-term interstate ties and showcasing the republic's civilizational heritage in the Middle East. A delegation from the Art and Culture Development Foundation of Uzbekistan paid a working visit to the site of the World Exhibition EXPO 2030 Riyadh in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. During the visit, the Foundation's representatives familiarized themselves in detail with the master plan of the megaproject and inspected the land plot reserved for the construction of Uzbekistan's national pavilion.
President of Uzbekistan discusses prospects for cooperation with Tony Blair
On June 25, President of the Republic of Uzbekistan Shavkat Mirziyoyev received Tony Blair, former Prime Minister of the United Kingdom and Executive Chairman of the Institute for Global Change.
Ashraf Khodjaev Becomes Uzbekistan's First-Ever Ambassador to Ethiopia
Ashraf Khodjaev, the Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of Uzbekistan to Qatar, has been officially appointed as the first-ever ambassador of the republic to Ethiopia in the history of bilateral relations, maintaining his residence in Doha. The diplomat has already presented his credentials to Ethiopian President Taye Atske Selassie. During the formal ceremony, the Ethiopian head of state expressed confidence in the progressive development of the partnership, while the Uzbek side reaffirmed its readiness to launch mutually beneficial trade and economic projects.
Boris Pistorius Cancels Ambitious F126 Project with €2 Billion Write-Off
German Defense Minister Boris Pistorius made the official decision to entirely terminate the ambitious F126 (Niedersachsen-class) modular frigate construction program. These "super-frigates," measuring 166 meters in length and displacing over 10,500 tons, were slated to become the largest combatants laid down in German shipyards since the end of World War II.
President of Uzbekistan defines new areas for cooperation with foreign investors
On June 18, President of the Republic of Uzbekistan Shavkat Mirziyoyev chaired the next plenary session of the Foreign Investors Council at the International Congress Center.
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.
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.
Uzbek Sabre Fencers Bring Home Team Bronze from India
The steady consolidation of the domestic fencing school’s standing on the international stage was reaffirmed not only by new medals at a prestigious continental tournament but also by high acclaim from the refereeing expert community. The women’s sabre team of Uzbekistan secured bronze medals in the team event at the Asian Fencing Championships being held in India. The national quartet, consisting of Zainab Dayibekova, Gulistan Perdibayeva, Fernanda Herrera, and Ayakoz Jumamuratova, successfully advanced to the semifinal stage of the tournament, where they conceded after a hard-fought match against the highly decorated South Korean team, anchoring their spot on the third step of the podium.
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.