The key facts

  • On October 18–22, traffic will be periodically restricted in Samarkand on the city's entry roads and 16 central streets — according to the Ministry of Internal Affairs
  • On October 19–20, the C5+1 foreign ministers' meeting will take place, and on October 21–22 — the global summit on children's well-being; guests from more than 100 countries are expected
  • US Secretary of State Marco Rubio will hold bilateral meetings on October 19 and will lead a trade delegation of more than 200 business representatives

Traffic restrictions in Samarkand

The Ministry of Internal Affairs of Uzbekistan announced that on October 18–22, in connection with international events, traffic will be periodically restricted in Samarkand on the roads entering the city and on a number of central streets. According to Kun.uz, the restrictions will affect 16 streets. The list includes: Ibn Sino, Bustonsaroy, University Avenue, Registan, Afrosiyob, Namozgoh, Sadriddin Ayni, Shohbot, Usta Umar Jurakulov, Shahi-Zinda, Mirzo Ulugbek, Beruni, Dogbit (Kun.uz writes 'Dahbed'), Rudaki, Gulabad and Oydin yuli. Drivers will be directed along detour routes.

The reason — two major international events

On October 19–20, Samarkand will host the meeting of the foreign ministers of the Central Asian countries and the United States in the C5+1 format, and on October 21–22 — a global summit dedicated to the well-being and future of children. According to Zamon.uz, guests from more than 100 countries around the world are expected to attend the events.

Exceptions and transit

According to the Ministry of Internal Affairs, the restrictions do not apply to special vehicles of emergency services. Alternative (detour) routes have been designated for transit transport passing through the territory of the Samarkand region. Citizens are asked to treat the temporary inconveniences with understanding and to follow the instructions of the officers ensuring road safety.

Participation of the US Secretary of State

As Zamon.uz recalls, US Secretary of State Marco Rubio plans to hold bilateral meetings in Samarkand on October 19 with high-ranking officials of Uzbekistan, Kazakhstan, Tajikistan, Turkmenistan and Kyrgyzstan. He will also lead a US trade delegation consisting of more than 200 business representatives.

Manba: IIV