Author Archives: Marina Kozlova

Cooperation between Tashkent Chemical-Technological Institute, Malaysian Palm Oil Council, Embassy of Malaysia, Association of Vegetable Oil Producers, and the Ministry of Agriculture of Uzbekistan: A Step Towards Safe Nutrition and a Sustainable Future

Meeting at the Tashkent Chemical-Technological Institute with representatives of Malaysia

A significant meeting was held in Tashkent between representatives of the Tashkent Chemical-Technological Institute (TCTI), the Embassy of Malaysia in Uzbekistan, the Malaysian Palm Oil Council (MPOC), the Association of Vegetable Oil Producers of Uzbekistan, and the Ministry of Agriculture of the Republic of Uzbekistan. The event became an important platform for strengthening scientific and… Read More »

Uzbekistan and Kazakhstan strengthen strategic cooperation: military exercises, water and geology

President of Uzbekistan Shavkat Mirziyoyev and President of Kazakhstan Kassym-Jomart Tokayev hold folders with signed documents after talks in Tashkent

The presidents of Uzbekistan and Kazakhstan, Shavkat Mirziyoyev and Kassym-Jomart Tokayev, in Tashkent on November 15 held negotiations that resulted in a joint statement and a broad package of intergovernmental agreements. The main cooperation areas include security, natural resources, the economy and social sectors. A central element of strategic interaction is the creation of bilateral… Read More »

More than 100 enterprises polluting the atmosphere suspended in Tashkent and the region

Inspection of environmental compliance at one of the greenhouses

The Ministry of Ecology, Environmental Protection and Climate Change of Uzbekistan announced on Thursday the temporary suspension of 106 business entities in Tashkent and the Tashkent region. In addition, 58 greenhouse farms have been fined for violating environmental regulations. The measures were taken as part of the implementation of Cabinet of Ministers Resolution No. 59… Read More »

An American-Uzbek Business and Investment Council is being established in Uzbekistan

Shavkat Mirziyoyev and Donald Trump, November 2025, Washington

The President of Uzbekistan, Shavkat Mirziyoyev, signed the decree establishing the American-Uzbek Business and Investment Council on November 12. The new body is intended to coordinate strategic business initiatives, develop trade and investment cooperation, and support projects between Tashkent and Washington. The Council will be chaired jointly by the Head of the Presidential Administration of… Read More »

Analysis of the agreements signed during Mirziyoyev’s visit to the United States

Moment of agreement exchange in the presence of the President of Uzbekistan Shavkat Mirziyoyev and U.S. Secretary of Commerce Howard Lutnick

The results of Mirziyoyev’s visit to the U.S. show that Tashkent is prioritizing strategic rapprochement with Washington in economic and technological areas. The list of signed agreements reflects Uzbekistan’s key priorities: Overall, the structure of the agreements demonstrates a shift toward industrial and technological partnership rather than simple raw material trade. The U.S., in turn,… Read More »

Trump and Central Asia: Comparative analysis of speeches and strategic priorities at the C5+1 summit

C5+1 in Washington: Analyzing Trump’s meeting with Central Asian leaders

A detailed review and assessment of the speeches of Donald Trump and the leaders of Central Asia: what is the “new era” they are talking about — explored in our analysis of the C5+1 summit in Washington. 1. Context and key statements by Trump at C5+1 In his opening remarks at the C5+1 summit, organized… Read More »

President of Uzbekistan departs from Qatar to the United States

President of Uzbekistan Shavkat Mirziyoyev has departed from Qatar to the United States

President of Uzbekistan Shavkat Mirziyoyev has departed from Qatar to the United States. Mirziyoyev’s stay in Qatar The events of the working visit of Uzbek President Shavkat Mirziyoyev to the State of Qatar have concluded, the presidential press service reported. As part of the program, the head of state took part in the second World… Read More »

Uzbekistan introduces visa-free regime for U.S. citizens

Visa-free travel for U.S. citizens. Trump and Mirziyoyev at a meeting in New York

Starting January 1, 2026, U.S. citizens will be able to enter Uzbekistan without a visa for up to 30 days. The corresponding decree was signed by President Shavkat Mirziyoyev on November 3, UzA reported. According to the document, the new measure is aimed at creating favorable conditions for further development of trade, economic, cultural, and… Read More »

Tashkent’s overground circular metro reopens

The Tashkent overground circular metro line has resumed operation. Map of the Tashkent Metro

The Tashkent overground circular metro line resumed service on Saturday, November 1, 2025, the state enterprise “Tashkent Metro” reported. “Starting this morning, November 1, the line has been fully opened to passengers, and 12 trains are currently operating on the route with a 7-minute interval,” the enterprise said in a statement. The circular line includes… Read More »