ECB Unveils Final Design Options for Future Euro Banknotes
The European Central Bank (ECB) has unveiled the final design proposals for the next generation of euro banknotes and launched a public consultation to help determine the future appearance of the currency. Two themes remain under consideration: European culture and European nature.
The leaders of Uzbekistan and Serbia discussed further strengthening of multifaceted relations
A telephone conversation took place between President of the Republic of Uzbekistan Shavkat Mirziyoyev and President of the Republic of Serbia Aleksandar Vučić.
Trump Administration Weighs Mali Strikes Amid White House Divisions
The administration of US President Donald Trump is considering a military operation against Jama'at Nusrat al-Islam wal-Muslimin (JNIM), an al-Qaeda-linked militant group operating in Mali. According to The Washington Post, no final decision has been made, and senior US officials remain divided over whether military strikes should be authorized.
Bakhtiyor Saidov Holds Talks with the Foreign Ministers of Kazakhstan and Iran
Uzbek Foreign Minister Bakhtiyor Saidov held separate bilateral meetings with Kazakhstan's Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs Yermek Kosherbayev and Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi on the sidelines of the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation Council of Foreign Ministers.
Trump Escalates Trade Pressure with New Tariffs on Canada
The United States is significantly increasing trade pressure on Canada. President Donald Trump has signed an executive order imposing an additional 50% tariff on a broad range of Canadian imports, arguing that the measure is necessary to protect American businesses and address what he described as unfair trade practices.
Representatives of BMB HOLDING held talks with Chen Jie, Chief Executive Officer of AI Automotiv Central Asia Trading Corporation, to explore cooperation in the automotive industry, transport, logistics, investment, tourism and consulting. The discussions were held within the framework of the strategic partnership between the Republic of Uzbekistan and the People's Republic of China.
The management of Uzmetkombinat JSC held talks with representatives of J.P. Morgan on financing the company's strategic investment projects. The meeting, held in New York on 24 July, focused on strengthening the company's raw material base and expanding access to international capital markets.
Perfectum Reshapes Ownership as Competition Committee Approves Deal
Uzbekistan's Competition Committee has approved the acquisition of a 50% stake in mobile operator Perfectum by businessman Farhod Mamatjanov, paving the way for further investment and development in the country's telecommunications sector.
Elon Musk Predicts AI Could Surpass Humanity's Combined Intelligence Within Five Years
Artificial intelligence could exceed the combined intelligence of humanity within the next five years, according to U.S. entrepreneur Elon Musk. He shared the forecast in an interview with The Economist, outlining his expectations for the future of AI.
Uzbekistan Wins 11 Medals at the Asian Age Group Artistic Swimming Championships
Uzbekistan's national team has delivered a strong performance at the Asian Age Group Aquatics Championships in Thailand, securing 11 medals in artistic swimming during the competition's opening days. The medal tally includes one gold, three silver and seven bronze medals.
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.