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The 46th FIDE Chess Olympiad in Samarkand begins with problems: teams wait for hotel rooms, FIDE promises compensation, delegates left without visas

The 46th FIDE Chess Olympiad in Samarkand opened on September 15, with the first round held on September 16. Even before the games began, organizers had to deal with problems involving accommodation and entry visas. Some teams were unable to get hotel rooms immediately, individual participants had to find accommodation on their own, and some

Uzbekistan eases entry for some Indian citizens: what the data shows about tourism, business and education

Uzbekistan has eased entry rules for Indian citizens holding valid multiple-entry visas issued by the United States, Australia, the United Kingdom, Canada, Japan, South Korea, New Zealand or Schengen countries, effective September 1. Such Indian citizens may stay in Uzbekistan without an Uzbek visa for up to 30 days. To enter the country, they must

Uzbekistan Airways warns of changes to Thailand entry rules for Uzbek citizens (updated)

Uzbekistan Airways has warned passengers about changes to Thailand’s entry requirements for citizens of Uzbekistan starting September 15, 2026. According to the airline, Uzbek citizens will be required to obtain a visa in advance for tourist travel to Thailand from that date. The current visa-free regime allowing stays of up to 60 days for Uzbek