Central Asia – Japan Summit Approves Roadmap
The first-ever "Central Asia — Japan" summit concluded in Tokyo with the adoption of a landmark declaration. The document cements three strategic vectors of cooperation, including the development of transit routes and green technologies, and marks a new stage in relations between the region and one of the world's leading economies.
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President of Uzbekistan arrives in Japan
Senate Approves People-Focused Budget
The Senate of the Oliy Majlis has approved Uzbekistan’s state budget for 2026, with more than half of total spending earmarked for social sectors, including education and healthcare.
Stellar Crisis: Why is the Universe Fading?
Astronomers are raising the alarm: the Universe appears to have passed its peak of activity. New data points to an alarming trend—the rate of star birth is steadily declining, which could signal the beginning of a long cosmic "stellar winter." While there is an unimaginable number of stars right now, the future looks increasingly dim.
President of Uzbekistan and Prime Minister of Japan elevate bilateral relations to an expanded strategic partnership level
President of the Republic of Uzbekistan Shavkat Mirziyoyev and the Prime Minister of Japan Sanae Takaichi held negotiations in Tokyo.
President of Uzbekistan advocates for expanding cooperation with Japan Bank for International Cooperation
Continuing the business program of his official visit to Tokyo, President of the Republic of Uzbekistan Shavkat Mirziyoyev received Nobumitsu Hayashi, governor of the Japan Bank for International Cooperation (JBIC).
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.
As part of the business program of his official visit to Japan, President of the Republic of Uzbekistan Shavkat Mirziyoyev held a meeting with the heads of leading companies, financial institutions, and business associations of the country.
Largest Deregulation Move in Years
Uzbekistan has taken one of its most significant deregulation steps by abolishing more than 1,600 mandatory requirements, easing conditions for businesses and individual entrepreneurs.
China is increasing AI chip production by upgrading older ASML machines
China is increasing its AI chip production by upgrading older machines from the European company ASML, the Financial Times has discovered. According to the newspaper's sources, these are Chinese smartphone and chip foundries that have managed to increase the productivity of deep ultraviolet lithography (DUV) machines manufactured by the Netherlands-based company. The newspaper noted that US and Dutch export controls prohibit ASML from supplying China with the most advanced machines of this type.
FIFA Announces Payouts for the 2026 World Cup
FIFA has approved a record prize fund for the 2026 World Cup. It is now clear exactly how much the Uzbekistan national team is guaranteed to receive for its debut participation in the tournament, regardless of its on-field results.
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.