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Regional K9 Training Course to Strengthen Central Asian Border Security Against Illicit Weapons, Arms and Explosives in Tashkent
From 5 to 9 October 2026, the Organization for Security and Co-operation in Europe (OSCE) organized a specialized five-day regional training course on the “Detection of Weapons, Ammunition and Explosives” at the National Canine Centre …
Uzbekistan Detains Suspected Drug Dealer with 1.2 kg of Synthetic Drugs
Law enforcement officers seized more than 1.2 kg of synthetic drugs in Tashkent and Tashkent Region and detained a previously convicted man suspected of drug distribution.
Bukhara Region Doctor Detained While Receiving US$500 Bribe
A family clinic doctor in Gijduvan District, Bukhara Region, was detained while receiving US$500 for helping a student obtain a medical certificate for academic leave.
MrBeast Gives Away 300 Million Soums to Fans in Tashkent
YouTuber MrBeast met fans in Tashkent on 9 October, awarding three participants 100 million soums each during an interactive event celebrating his visit to Uzbekistan.
Uzbekistan Warns of Bus Ticket Scams on Moscow–Tashkent Route
Uzbekistan’s Migration Agency has warned passengers about scams involving fake bus tickets from Moscow to Tashkent, urging travellers to use official sales channels.
Uzbekistan and France Seek to Expand Interparliamentary Cooperation
Uzbekistan's Senate Chair Tanzila Narbayeva discussed closer parliamentary ties with French lawmakers, including regular meetings and healthcare cooperation.
Uzbekistan Ranks 71st in 2026 World's Most Powerful Countries List
Uzbekistan ranked 71st among 100 countries in the 2026 world's most powerful countries list published by World Population Review, citing U.S. News data.
Uzbekistan Ranks Fifth Globally in Cotton Fibre Production
Uzbekistan produced about 1.4 million tonnes of cotton fibre in 2025, ranking fifth among six major producers, according to the Agriculture Ministry.
Ipak Yuli Bank to Receive US$80 Million from European Lenders
Uzbekistan's Ipak Yuli Bank will receive US$80 million from European financial institutions to support SMEs, women-owned businesses and green projects.
Uzbekistan Proposes Joint Production to Deepen Regional Economic Ties
Uzbek President Shavkat Mirziyoyev has proposed joint production chains, regional investment mechanisms and a 2035 economic cooperation programme for Central Asia and Azerbaijan.