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Centrum Air explains passenger's removal from Samara–Tashkent flight
Centrum Air said a passenger was denied boarding on a Samara–Tashkent flight because of his behaviour, not his request to speak Uzbek.
Former heads of two education agencies receive new appointments
Former education ministers Kongratbay Sharipov and E'zozkhon Karimova have received new appointments following structural changes in Uzbekistan’s education system.
Uzbekistan participates in 153rd IPU Assembly
Uzbekistan’s parliamentary delegation, led by Senate Chair Tanzila Narbayeva, is taking part in the 153rd IPU Assembly in Arusha, Tanzania.
Uzbekistan and Iran discuss development of bilateral cooperation
Uzbekistan and Iran discussed political, trade and economic cooperation, as well as transport, cultural and humanitarian ties and regional issues.
Uzbekistan, Azerbaijan and Türkiye conclude joint military exercises
Joint military exercises involving Uzbekistan, Azerbaijan and Türkiye have concluded in Azerbaijan, with troops conducting tactical drills under conditions close to real combat.
Uzbekistan explains need for licences for mopeds and scooters
Uzbekistan’s Road Safety Service cited accident and violation statistics to explain the requirement for driving licences for mopeds, scooters and small-engine motorcycles.
Blogger Sirojiddin Adilov sentenced to four years in prison
A Jizzakh court sentenced blogger Sirojiddin Adilov to four years in prison for extortion and fraud involving three citizens and 75 million soums.
Tashkent to open 100 public toilets
Tashkent will open 100 public sanitation facilities in 2026 under a public-private partnership programme, with sites planned near tourist areas and public spaces.
Liaoning Normal University branch to open in Khorezm
A branch of Liaoning Normal University of China will open in Uzbekistan’s Khorezm region from the 2026/2027 academic year under a presidential decree.
Uzbekistan launches competition to support 20 startups
Uzbekistan has launched an open competition to select 20 technology startups for support in business development, investment readiness and international expansion.