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.

The global financial system has recorded an unprecedented historical milestone: the planet has seen its first-ever dollar trillionaire, whose aggregate wealth has surpassed a previously unimaginable threshold. American entrepreneur Elon Musk has officially secured this status driven by the massive initial public offering (IPO) of his aerospace corporation, SpaceX. According to joint calculations by Forbes and Reuters based on internal company filings, the businessman's personal net worth will top $1,1 trillion the exact moment trading commences on Friday, June 12, on the Nasdaq exchange.

Uzbekistan's investment climate is attracting growing attention from major global players, and this interest is now shifting into the realm of practical solutions. High-level state talks took place in Tashkent, which could provide a powerful impetus for job creation and large-scale infrastructure modernization. The country's leadership made it clear to Washington that the era of general declarations is over—Uzbekistan expects concrete contracts and a long-term market presence from American businesses.

At the Cannes Film Festival held in France, the FONON jewelry house received an international nomination and presented its products on the international stage. FONON thus became one of the first national jewelry brands from Uzbekistan to take a step onto the global stage.

Just three days after a bruising courtroom defeat against OpenAI and Sam Altman, the billionaire’s aerospace empire, SpaceX, has officially filed for an Initial Public Offering (IPO). This historic market debut will not only cement the corporation’s trillion-dollar valuation but is also guaranteed to elevate Musk as history's first-ever trillionaire, wielding unprecedented personal wealth.

The recent business forum in the capital has laid the groundwork for ambitious projects ranging from cashmere processing to livestock expansion. With surging trade figures and the launch of new logistics routes, the partnership between the two nations promises to be a key driver of economic revitalization across Central and East Asia.

The National Agency for Perspective Projects (NAPP) has officially revoked the license of Global Insurance Group, which had previously been under sanction. This decision marks the culmination of a series of financial violations and fines that have also impacted several other major players in the industry.

Uzbekistan's creative industry is reaching a new level thanks to a partnership with the trendsetters of the animation world. The Ministry of Digital Technologies and the Japanese company ELF-IN Co., Ltd are launching a large-scale educational project. With the infusion of substantial grants and the involvement of foreign masters, the country will begin training specialists capable of creating world-class graphics.

Apple Corporation has officially confirmed an upcoming change in leadership. Tim Cook, who has spearheaded the tech giant for over a decade, is stepping down as Chief Executive Officer. He will be succeeded by John Ternus—the driving force behind the development of the company’s key hardware innovations in recent years.

Meta and Arkady Volozh’s Nebius have agreed on joint investments of up to $27 billion over five years to develop AI data center infrastructure.

Preparations for the 13th session of the World Urban Forum (WUF13), to be held in Baku from May 17–22, 2026, have entered their final stage. A video from the Baku Olympic Stadium (BOS) showcases the scale of preparations. The forum will gather experts, architects, urban planners, and community representatives from around the world.

The Tagansky Court of Moscow has imposed an administrative fine of 7 million rubles on the Telegram messenger for failing to remove content containing calls for extremist activity.

The Tashkent Interdistrict Economic Court has declared AO Maroqand, owner of the UPay payment system, insolvent and initiated its liquidation process.

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.

Warner Bros. Discovery has rejected a $108 billion takeover bid from Paramount, opting instead to pursue a deal with Netflix that it considers more attractive and secure for shareholders.

Volkswagen has shut down a plant in Dresden, marking the first time in the company’s nearly 90-year history that production has been permanently halted in Germany. The move underscores the deepening crisis in the country’s auto industry.

SpaceX is in discussions with investors about a share sale that could value Elon Musk’s company at an unprecedented $800 billion — doubling its current estimated worth of $400 billion. If successful, the deal would once again make SpaceX the most valuable private company in the United States.

After months of negotiations, Netflix has announced the acquisition of Warner Bros Discovery for $82.7 billion, gaining control over the Harry Potter, DC and Game of Thrones franchises, as well as HBO and HBO Max. This marks one of the largest and most influential deals in the modern film and streaming landscape, significantly shifting Hollywood’s power dynamics.

Jeff Bezos, the founder of Amazon, has launched a major artificial intelligence startup called Project Prometheus, The New York Times reports. This marks his first return to an executive leadership role since stepping down as Amazon’s CEO in 2021.

Today, we held a productive meeting with a business delegation from the U.S. state of Utah, led by David Bednar. During the discussion, we noted with satisfaction that a new stage has begun in the development of Uzbekistan–U.S. relations.

Elon Musk has set another record: for the first time in history, a person’s wealth has reached the $500 billion mark, according to Forbes Real-Time Billionaires.

Yandex has launched a $20 million venture fund in Uzbekistan under the name Yango Ventures, aimed at supporting early-stage startups. The announcement was made during ICT Week 2025 in Tashkent.

On August 8 in Shanghai, during the Uzbekistan–China Business Forum, Özwell signed a strategic cooperation memorandum with one of China’s largest pharmaceutical holdings — Zhendong Health Industry Group.

Telegram founder Pavel Durov has emerged as the leading Russian billionaire in terms of capital growth in 2025. According to the Bloomberg Billionaires Index, his wealth increased by $3.27 billion, reaching a total of $14.3 billion — the highest growth among all Russian names on the global list.

Pavel Durov and Snoop Dogg created a digital sensation: about 996,000 digital Telegram gifts were sold in 30 minutes, bringing the project about $12 million. This is the first star drop in the platform's history and it became a instant hit.

Financier from Uzbekistan, owner of 99.38% of Anorbank shares, Kahramonjon Olimov, was kidnapped in Paris on June 23. According to Le Monde, the businessman was forcibly taken out of the French capital and held for nearly two days in the basement of a villa near Nice.

The opening ceremony of a new legume processing plant under BMB AGRO was held in the Arnasay district of Jizzakh region. The event was attended by local authorities, law enforcement, tax officials, and the chairman of the BMB HOLDING Supervisory Board. As part of the occasion, sunnat tuy ceremonies were also held for 50 local children.

A business conference organized by Centrum Holding in collaboration with Yard Business Club took place in Tashkent. The highlight of the event was the presentation by Centrum Air, which unveiled its development strategy and announced the launch of new international routes. The gathering brought together partners, industry experts, and media representatives, reinforcing the holding's status as one of the most dynamically growing market players.

A trial is underway in the US that could change the digital landscape - Meta, the corporation that owns Facebook, Instagram, and WhatsApp, has come under the scrutiny of the Federal Trade Commission (FTC).

As of March 1, 2025, there are 15,503 enterprises and organizations with foreign investment operating in Uzbekistan. This was reported by the National Committee of Statistics.

Starting April 1, 2025, the exclusive rights of five major companies, including "Uzbekekspertize" and "UzEngineering," will be abolished in Uzbekistan. Now, privileges will be granted only in exceptional cases - to protect the safety, health of the population, and in emergency situations.

A delegation of Uzbek businesswomen, headed by the Chamber of Commerce and Industry of Uzbekistan, visited Oman with a business mission.

A Russian court fined Google 3.8 million rubles (approximately $41,500) for posting content on YouTube showing Russian soldiers how to surrender. This was reported by the Russian TASS agency.

Elon Musk offered to buy OpenAI for $97.4 billion, but the company unexpectedly rejected his proposal. The CEO of OpenAI responded to the billionaire with a witty remark: "No, thanks. If you want, we can buy Twitter for $9.74 billion."

The legendary Apple co-founder Steve Wozniak will visit Tashkent on March 19-20, delivering a special talk at Central Asian University, located in the heart of the capital. As part of the CAU Technical Summit, he will personally participate, sharing his unique insights and predictions about the future of technology, innovation, and entrepreneurship.

Alibaba's new version of Qwen 2.5 surpassed its competitors: the Chinese giant is challenging world leaders in AI.

On January 19, TikTok began restoring its services in the United States. This occurred after President Donald Trump, the 47th president, announced on Monday that he had decided to extend the deadline before the TikTok ban went into effect.

Telegram founder Pavel Durov promised to improve the messenger's moderation during a court session in France. According to French media, Durov committed to collaborating with three lawyers to enhance Telegram's moderation processes. This decision aims to ensure user safety and platform compliance with legal standards.