Following high-level Uzbek–Czech talks, President of the Republic of Uzbekistan Shavkat Mirziyoyev and Prime Minister of the Czech Republic Andrej Babiš planted a tree on the Alley of Honored Guests.

The First Lady of Uzbekistan and Chairperson of the Zamin Foundation Trustees Board, Ziroat Mirziyoyeva, concluded a productive visit to the Khorezm region. The itinerary covered key areas of the foundation's activities: from implementing advanced inclusive education methods to executing ambitious environmental projects that united youth from across the country under a common theme of creation.

On 22–23 April 2026, Westminster International University in Tashkent hosted its traditional Job Fair 2026, bringing together more than 3,000 students and graduates and over 150 employers, including leading companies, banks, government institutions, agencies, international organisations and foundations.

A working group led by Saida Mirziyoyeva conducted a detailed inspection of the Khorezm region. The primary objective is the rigorous oversight of the implementation of presidential decrees aimed at the region's social development and the preservation of its unique historical identity.

Central Asia is shifting toward decisive measures for atmospheric protection. During the Regional Environmental Summit in Astana, the Second High-Level Dialogue took place, where regional environmental leaders, along with representatives from UNEP and the World Bank, discussed the creation of an interstate consortium to combat air pollution.

President Shavkat Mirziyoyev's visit to the Fergana Region began with a tour of the construction work at the "Yangi Uzbekistan" residential complex in Kokand.

President Shavkat Mirziyoyev visited the new “Pavilion” shopping complex, built in the Mirzo-Ulugbek district of Tashkent.

Uzbekistan’s First Lady Ziroat Mirziyoyeva and WHO Director-General Dr. Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus visited the Republican Specialized Scientific and Practical Medical Center for Pediatric Oncology, Hematology, and Immunology. The visit highlighted a new chapter in the fight against childhood cancer, where high-tech solutions meet compassionate psychological support.

The International Labour Organization (ILO) has released its latest report for 2025, analyzing the activity of the global workforce. According to the study, Uzbekistan ranked 114th among 187 countries, maintaining an employment-to-population ratio of 55%.

Tashkent has emerged as the epicenter of a new regional economic architecture. On April 20, the city hosted the inaugural meeting of Industry Ministers from Central Asian countries and Russia—a unique format initiated by Uzbekistan to pivot from basic trade transactions toward the creation of joint manufacturing giants.

The emergence of a new virus variant, BA.3.2, dubbed "Cicada," has been recorded globally. Following news of its detection in 23 countries, the Sanitary-Epidemiological Committee of Uzbekistan has issued an official clarification regarding the current situation in the republic.

A gala event was held at the Kuksaroy residence with the participation of President Shavkat Mirziyoyev to mark the 80th birthday of People's Artist of Uzbekistan Farrukh Zakirov, a prominent figure in national pop art.

Dear friends! I sincerely congratulate you and, through you, all our people who venerate the arts, on Culture and Art Workers' Day, celebrated on April 15. On this remarkable day, we express our sincere gratitude for your dedicated work – masters of the arts, young performers, and all those who faithfully serve the people with their unique talent, knowledge, and skill.

At the invitation of the President of the Republic of Uzbekistan Shavkat Mirziyoyev, the President of the Republic of Kazakhstan Kassym-Jomart Tokayev arrived in Uzbekistan on a working visit.

President Shavkat Mirziyoyev visited the State Museum of the History of the Timurids following its renovation to mark the 690th anniversary of the birth of Sahibkiran Amir Temur.

Tashkent has become the epicenter of an international scientific and energy dialogue. A conference dedicated to the implementation of combined-cycle and cogeneration technologies—key elements in the modernization of the national power system—has opened at the Uzbekistan-Japan Youth Innovation Center.

Tashkent's primary landmark is preparing to unveil its refreshed look. The reconstruction of Amir Temur Square has entered the home stretch, with crews finalizing the core work to return the city's favorite promenade to the public.

Uzbekistan has established a new airline, AVION, designed to carry out specialized aviation tasks.

Centrum Air successfully operated its first scheduled flight on March 30 on the Tashkent–Frankfurt route, officially opening its first European destination. The launch marks an important milestone in the expansion of the airline’s international route network and its entry into the European market.

Uzbekistan is expanding international cooperation in tourism, as high-level talks with UN Tourism leadership in Tashkent highlight the country’s growing global ambitions.