Virus from Argentina Spreads Globally: Cruise Victims Recorded Across Three Continents
Argentine authorities and the World Health Organization (WHO) are conducting an emergency investigation into the causes of a hantavirus outbreak (Andes virus strain) aboard the cruise ship MV Hondius. The vessel, which departed from the port of Ushuaia on April 1, became the epicenter of an infection that has already claimed victims among Dutch and German citizens.
President of Uzbekistan advocates further development of multifaceted partnership with Austria
On May 7, President of the Republic of Uzbekistan Shavkat Mirziyoyev received a delegation from the Republic of Austria comprising Federal Minister for European and International Affairs Beate Meinl-Reisinger and Federal Minister of the Interior Gerhard Karner.
Kim Jong Un Erases Dream of Unification from Constitution
North Korea has executed a radical ideological pivot, officially enshrining South Korea’s status as a hostile foreign state within its constitution. The abandonment of the long-standing unification concept, the legal codification of Kim Jong Un’s nuclear powers, and new territorial claims transform Pyongyang into a "responsible nuclear power" with the leader wielding absolute authority. This move de jure draws a line under the era of civil confrontation, shifting the conflict into the realm of inter-state hostility.
Why the New US Strategy Upends EU Migration Policy
The new US counterterrorism strategy has sent shockwaves through diplomatic circles. Washington has officially branded Europe an "incubator of terrorist threats" and demanded an immediate mobilization of resources from its allies. As European capitals reel from the harsh rhetoric, the White House points to specific causes of the crisis—ranging from uncontrolled migration to a perceived refusal to defend its own borders and values.
The SelectUSA Investment Summit, held in early May 2026, opened the doors to the major leagues of American retail for the Uzbek conglomerate BMB HOLDING. During the visit, Bekzod Mamatkulov, Chairman of the Supervisory Board, held a series of key negotiations in Philadelphia and New York aimed at expanding the country’s export potential.
Jakhongir Artykhodjayev has officially initiated a major investment project in the US state of Kentucky. The total value of the initiative is estimated at $600 million. The new industrial complex is planned to host production across four key sectors: automobile assembly, solar panel manufacturing, window spare parts, and aluminum products.
BMB Holding Products Presented To The U.S. Secretary Of Commerce At The Selectusa Investment Summit
The participation of the Uzbek delegation in the prestigious SelectUSA Investment Summit, held in Washington from May 3 to 6, was marked by a series of strategic victories for domestic business. BMB HOLDING stood at the center of the events: from presenting a unique national brand to the U.S. Secretary of Commerce to concluding partnership agreements with major financial institutions and a range of cities in California. This visit served as a clear signal of Uzbek manufacturers' readiness to compete at the highest international level, offering eco-friendly and certified products to the U.S. market.
Green Light for Agribusiness: New State Support Rules Enter into Force
Uzbekistan is moving to a fundamentally new level of agricultural support. A new government decree grants farmers access to unprecedented incentives—ranging from compensation for solar panel costs to subsidies for imported livestock. However, this state generosity is backed by rigorous oversight: inefficient use of funds now carries the risk of a three-year ban on any budgetary assistance.
Robot "Converts" to Buddhism in South Korean Temple
Korean Buddhist temples are opening their doors to high technology: in Seoul, a robot named Gabi has officially become an honorary monk. During a solemn initiation ceremony, the machine not only received traditional attire but also promised to follow specific "digital" precepts. This unusual experiment is designed to remind us that even artificial intelligence should be grounded in the values of compassion.
Uzbekistan national team to play a friendly match against the Netherlands
Uzbekistan enters the final stretch before its first-ever FIFA World Cup. Under the guidance of the legendary Fabio Cannavaro, the squad will play a series of high-profile friendly matches in North America, culminating in a clash with the Netherlands in New York. This trip will serve not only as a tactical assessment but also as a vital stage of adaptation to the conditions of the 2026 World Cup.
A New Leisure Space: Uzbekona and Dolcetta Open in Central Tashkent
A new gastronomic space has opened in Tashkent — Uzbekona Restaurant in collaboration with Dolcetta Cafe & Gelateria.