President Shavkat Mirziyoyev inspected military equipment production facilities
President of the Republic of Uzbekistan and Supreme Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces Shavkat Mirziyoyev visited a technology park in the city of Chirchik, where he learned about the operations of defense industry enterprises.
Uzbekistan Climbs in Global Passport Ranking
Uzbekistan has improved its position in the global Henley Passport Index, climbing five places to rank 75th out of 105 countries in 2025. The result reflects growing international mobility for Uzbek citizens.
Orban Nominated Again as Hungary’s Prime Minister Candidate
Hungary’s ruling party, Fidesz, officially nominated Viktor Orban as its candidate for prime minister in the parliamentary elections scheduled for April 2026. “After twenty years of premiership, I am ready to take on this task again,” Orban said at the congress, broadcast live by channel M1.
Trump Declares Himself Acting President of Venezuela
US President Donald Trump posted a screenshot on the social network Truth Social, portraying himself as the acting president of Venezuela while retaining his role as President of the United States. The move follows the January 3 operation in which US forces captured Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro and his wife Cilia Flores and brought them to New York to face drug-terrorism charges.
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.
Uzbekistan and Vietnam Deepen Economic Cooperation at 8th Intergovernmental Session
The 8th session of the Uzbekistan-Vietnam Intergovernmental Committee took place in Hanoi. The sides discussed trade, industry, agriculture, tourism, and culture, confirming their intention to develop joint investment projects and strengthen bilateral economic ties.
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.
Uzbekistan Stuns South Korea to Reach Quarterfinals
Uzbekistan’s U-23 national team produced a major upset at the AFC U-23 Asian Cup, defeating group favorites South Korea 2–0 to secure a place in the quarterfinals as group winners.
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.