In Samarkand, Chairperson of the Art and Culture Development Foundation of Uzbekistan Gayane Umerova met with the elected Director-General of UNESCO, Khaled El-Enany. The parties discussed ways to enhance cooperation and implement the initiatives proposed by President Shavkat Mirziyoyev at the 43rd session of UNESCO’s General Conference.

Head of the Presidential Administration of the Republic of Uzbekistan Saida Mirziyoyeva held a constructive meeting with a U.S. delegation led by Sergio Gor, Special Envoy of the U.S. President for South and Central Asia, and Deputy Secretary of State Christopher Landau. The discussions focused on strengthening bilateral cooperation and exploring new areas of partnership.

On 23 October 2025, President of the Republic of Uzbekistan Shavkat Mirziyoyev departed for Brussels on an official visit at the invitation of European Council President António Costa and European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen. The visit aims to strengthen political dialogue and sign the Enhanced Partnership and Cooperation Agreement between Uzbekistan and the European Union.

Golden, fragrant, and beautifully decorated — Uzbek bread has captivated food lovers around the globe. The renowned portal CNN Travel has included it in its list of the 50 best breads in the world, praising its unique recipe and deep cultural significance in Uzbek heritage.

During her visit to the UK, Saida Mirziyoyeva, Head of the Presidential Administration of the Republic of Uzbekistan, met with Lindsay Hoyle, Speaker of the House of Commons of the British Parliament.

On October 15, President Shavkat Mirziyoyev visited the Yakkasaray district of Tashkent to inspect the results of the reconstruction of Shota Rustaveli Street, one of the city’s key arteries.

On October 14, the Uzbekistan Investment and Trade Promotion Center officially opened in Shanghai, Dunyo news agency reported. The new institution aims to strengthen economic ties and facilitate direct business dialogue between the two countries.

The Uzbekistan Pavilion at EXPO 2025 in Osaka has won the Gold Award in the category “Best Interpretation of the Theme.” The news was announced by Saida Mirziyoyeva, Head of the Presidential Administration of Uzbekistan, on her official channel.

The Uzbek government has approved a new subsidy program to support young people learning foreign languages. According to Cabinet Resolution No. 632, adopted on October 8, 2025, the “2+6” program will partially cover tuition costs.

“Health Marathon” Launched in Karakalpakstan — an Initiative of Saida Mirziyoyeva, Head of the Presidential Administration of Uzbekistan

Uzbekistan and Hungary have agreed to deepen academic ties: the number of Uzbek students studying in Hungarian universities will increase, while new joint educational and research projects will be launched.

President of Uzbekistan Shavkat Mirziyoyev congratulated the nation’s educators on Teachers’ and Mentors’ Day, stressing their vital role in shaping the country’s future.

Komil Allamjonov Appointed Adviser to Central Asia Program at George Washington University

From October 3, 2025, Uzbekistan’s Centrum Air will launch regular direct flights between Tashkent and Delhi. The route will operate twice a week — on Tuesdays and Fridays — using modern Airbus A320 aircraft.

TBC Bank has opened access to its services for non-residents in Uzbekistan. Foreign citizens living in the country can now open accounts, get debit cards, make deposits, and transfer money entirely online, without visiting a branch.

The United Kingdom will increase labor migration quotas for citizens of Uzbekistan, the Migration Agency under the Cabinet of Ministers reported.

Starting September 16, participation in the Green Card lottery is no longer free: the U.S. State Department has introduced a mandatory $1 registration fee.

During a meeting with teachers in the Bostanlyk district, President Shavkat Mirziyoyev expressed special support to E’zozbek Ozodov, a young researcher, STEAM teacher at Interhouse Lyceum, and scholar at the National Research University “Tashkent Institute of Irrigation and Agricultural Mechanization Engineers” (TIQXMMI).

Former U.S. President Donald Trump is considering a visit to Uzbekistan, reports Eurasianet. If realized, he would become the first American leader to visit Central Asia.

On September 10, President of Uzbekistan Shavkat Mirziyoyev received a delegation from St. Petersburg led by Governor Alexander Beglov. The sides discussed expanding economic and humanitarian cooperation, with a focus on the practical implementation of the partnership “roadmap.”