According to the Committee for the Development of Competition and Protection of Consumer Rights, recently, advertisements have appeared on the internet and social networks offering Umrah trips at low prices by firms that do not have the necessary licenses and permits. Such cases result in citizens being deceived, losing money, and—most seriously—facing problems abroad.

According to Tursunali Kuziyev, the First Deputy Director of the Cultural Heritage Agency, climate change is causing significant damage to Uzbekistan's ancient and historical landmarks. Many of these objects are made of wood, adobe, brick, and stone, and the materials used for their construction—such as clay, cement, and others—are losing their moisture due to rising temperatures and are drying out and crumbling. This issue was highlighted during a recent press conference with the leadership of the Cultural Heritage Agency.

As the high-level Uzbekistan-European negotiations came to an end, President of Uzbekistan Shavkat Mirziyoyev, President of the European Council António Costa, and President of the European Commission Ursula von der Leyen jointly planted two oak trees on the grounds of the Congress Center in the ancient city.

According to the National Statistics Committee, in January-February 2025, a total of 33,000 citizens of the Republic of Uzbekistan traveled to Turkey for tourism purposes. This represents an increase of 9,500 people or 40.6% compared to the same period last year.

The Government has adopted Resolution No. 191 "On Additional Measures for the Efficient Use of Household and Agricultural Land of Farms."

From April 1, new rules of tax control came into force in Uzbekistan. Now, if violations are detected, entrepreneurs will first be given the opportunity to rectify the situation without fines. However, if the violation is repeated within three days, an on-site inspection will be conducted.

President of Uzbekistan Shavkat Mirziyoyev signed a decree pardoning 488 prisoners who sincerely repented of their deeds and embarked on the path of correction. This decision was made on the eve of Ramadan Hayit as a sign of mercy and humanism.

From January 1, 2026, Uzbekistan will significantly reduce the list of professions available for self-employed people. Out of the current 104 activities, only 72 will remain. This means that tens of thousands of people working for themselves will be forced to register as individual entrepreneurs or legal entities.

In Uzbekistan, criminal liability has been introduced for violations of urban planning legislation that result in the death of individuals or other severe consequences. These new measures have been implemented under Law No. OРҚ-1050, adopted on March 25, 2025.

In Uzbekistan, the quality of automotive fuel sold at gas stations has been inspected. As a result of the checks carried out by the territorial departments of the Competition Committee in cooperation with relevant organizations, it was found that fuel at several stations did not meet state standards.

On March 22, President Shavkat Mirziyoyev visited Samarkand and paid homage to the mausoleum of Imam Bukhari. Verses from the Quran were recited, and prayers were offered.

Today, a grand celebration of the nationwide Navruz holiday took place in the "New Uzbekistan" park with the participation of President Shavkat Mirziyoyev. The head of state delivered a speech at this significant event, warmly congratulating the people of Uzbekistan on this cherished holiday.

A public park is being created in Uzbekistan’s capital as part of the “Yashil bog‘lar” initiative. Spanning 7.5 hectares, this new green space will serve as a tranquil and comfortable retreat for residents and visitors.

World military spending continues to grow: According to the International Institute for Strategic Studies, global defense spending increased from $2.24 to $2.46 trillion in 2024.

The new draft law stipulates that administrative offense proceedings for certain categories of cases can only be initiated based on the victim's complaint.

In Uzbekistan, traffic will be restricted on more than 200 streets due to Navruz celebrations.

In 2024, Uzbekistan achieved record figures in freight transportation - the volume of transported cargo amounted to 1.52 billion tons. This is the highest result in the last five years, which indicates the stable development of the country's transport industry and economy.

The President has signed Resolution No. PQ-100 "On Measures for the Radical Reform of the Heating Energy Supply Sector for Residential and Building Structures and the Improvement of Energy Efficiency in Buildings."

During his state visit to France, Uzbekistan's President Shavkat Mirziyoyev held talks with Paris Mayor Anne Hidalgo. Issues of urban development, ecology, public transport, and cultural exchange were discussed. In honor of the friendship between the two countries, a street named after Samarkand appeared in Paris.