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Uzbekistan to Change Water Tariff Approval Rules in 2027
Uzbekistan will centralize water and sewerage tariff approvals from January 2027, introduce new debt collection rules and revise pricing standards.
Japan Deports Uzbek Citizen for Immigration Violations
Japanese authorities deported an Uzbek citizen who overstayed a short-term visa, prompting a warning from the Uzbek Embassy about immigration rules.
Tashkent Proposes Raising Drinking Water Tariff to 3,100 Soums
Uzbekistan’s capital has proposed raising the drinking water tariff to 3,100 soums per cubic metre, with the proposal submitted to the city council.
Uzbekistan Schools Hold Nationwide “Grow Your Garden” Contest
More than 400 participants joined Nestlé’s first nationwide school contest, which concluded with the planting of 100 trees in Jizzakh.
Tashkent Considers Extending Bus Services on 20 Routes
Tashkent authorities plan to assess extending bus services on 20 routes until 11 p.m., with evening departures every 15–20 minutes.
Uzbekistan’s Mirvohid Azimov Appointed OTS Secretary General
Uzbekistan’s Deputy Foreign Minister Mirvohid Azimov has been appointed Secretary General of the Organization of Turkic States at its 13th summit in Ankara.
South Korea Donates 50 CNG Tractors to Uzbekistan
South Korean company TYM has donated 50 compressed natural gas-powered tractors to Uzbek universities, research institutions and a youth technopark.
Mirziyoyev Concludes Visit to Türkiye and Departs for Tashkent
Uzbek President Shavkat Mirziyoyev has concluded his working visit to Türkiye after attending the OTS summit and holding talks with Turkish officials and business leaders.
Mirziyoyev Unveils Initiatives to Expand Cooperation within OTS
Uzbekistan’s president proposed new trade, investment, transport, legal and cultural initiatives at the 13th OTS summit in Ankara.
Uzbekistan's Green Youth Cup Names Top Eco Startups
Sixteen Uzbek green technology startups presented their projects at the Green Youth Cup final, with three selected for a trip to Web Summit Qatar 2027.