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Representatives of Uzbekistan's Ministry of Investments, Industry and Trade and the Ministry of Digital Technologies held an online meeting with Ericsson's leadership. The company called Uzbekistan a strategically important market and outlined possible areas of cooperation: 5G networks, radio systems, and upgrading telecom infrastructure. A visit by an Ericsson delegation to the country is planned by the end of 2026.
Sardor QodirovIn the village of Neftchilar, Bulakbashin district (Andijan region), after the October 10 crash involving a HOWO truck that, according to official data, claimed three lives, residents spoke of a years-long series of accidents on the descent from the pass. Authorities cite the absence of an alternative road and the need for funding.
Aziz KarimovAccording to data cited by Kun.uz, over 10 million foreign tourists came to Uzbekistan in nine months. Kyrgyzstan led in visitor numbers with 2,844,201 people, followed by Kazakhstan and Tajikistan. The three Central Asian countries account for about 73% of the total flow.
Nilufar KarimovaSpecial services of Kazakhstan, Uzbekistan and Russia, in a joint operation, curbed the activities of an international group smuggling drugs from Afghanistan via the 'Northern Route'. Two participants were detained in Tyumen, and 30 kg of Afghan hashish worth about 300 thousand dollars was seized.
Aziz KarimovUzbek President Shavkat Mirziyoyev met with the chairman of the board of directors of Oman's Voltamp Energy, Sayyid Ayman al-Busaidi, at the first meeting of the Investors' Council in the fuel and energy sector. The parties agreed to implement the company's current and new projects based on a 'roadmap'; key topics are the construction of solar photovoltaic power plants and the production of high-voltage transformers.
Nilufar KarimovaIslom Madaminov, who previously worked as an adviser on trade and economic affairs at the Uzbekistan embassy in Saudi Arabia, has been appointed deputy governor of Fergana region — head of the regional investment, industry and trade department.
Aziz KarimovThe Forestry Agency reported that in the autumn season of 2026, 140 million seedlings are planned to be planted in Uzbekistan. The campaign will proceed in stages by region starting November 1. Also, 257 'green gardens' and parks will be created, about 4,200 'forest mentors' have been assigned to mahallas, and from 2027 the 'Mahalla Greening' package and the 'Yashil Lot' system will be introduced.
Otabek YusupovAccording to the Uzhydromet forecast for October 17, variable cloudiness without precipitation is expected in most regions of Uzbekistan, with temperatures of 20–25 degrees. In Tashkent, 22–24 degrees. Rain is possible in foothill and mountain areas, in high mountains turning to snow in places.
Otabek YusupovPresident of Uzbekistan Shavkat Mirziyoyev, as part of the first meeting of the fuel and energy sector investors' council, received delegations from Saudi ACWA Power led by Muhammad Abunayyan, Cengiz Holding led by Mehmet Cengiz, as well as the leadership of SOCAR and British Petroleum. The discussions covered expanding cooperation, green energy, infrastructure, construction of thermal power plants, and modernization of power grids.
Dilnoza RahimovaOn October 16, President of Uzbekistan Shavkat Mirziyoyev met with the US President's Special Representative for South and Central Asia Sergio Gor. They discussed the development of strategic partnership between the two countries, the upcoming visit of Secretary of State Marco Rubio to Uzbekistan, a ministerial meeting in the C5+1 format, and the second meeting of the Uzbek-American business and investment council.
Otabek YusupovDuring the talks in Tashkent, the parties discussed preparations for the upcoming visit of US Secretary of State Marco Rubio to Uzbekistan, the C5+1 meeting in Samarkand, and the G20 summit in Miami.
Aziz KarimovKomil Allamjonov held a meeting with the special assistant to the US president and NSC senior director for South and Central Asia, Michael Gerimaya. They discussed organizational matters and the agenda of the expected visit of Secretary of State Marco Rubio to Uzbekistan, the C5+1 meeting in Samarkand, and the G20 summit in Miami.
Aziz KarimovKomil Allamjonov, advisor to the head of the Administration of the President of Uzbekistan, met on October 16 with US President's Special Assistant and NSC Senior Director for South and Central Asia Michael Gerimaya. According to Allamjonov, they discussed organizational issues of the upcoming visit of Secretary of State Marco Rubio to Uzbekistan, the C5+1 summit in Samarkand, and the G20 summit in Miami.
Otabek YusupovHead of the Administration of the President of Uzbekistan Saida Mirziyoyeva met on October 16 with Peter Lee, chairman of the board of the Hong Kong holding Henderson Land Group. The parties discussed cooperation in renewable energy, development of New Tashkent infrastructure and education, as well as support for initiatives through the Tashkent International Financial Center.
Aziz KarimovThe Central Bank of Uzbekistan announced that on the weekend of October 17–18, branches of 24 commercial banks will be open: currency exchange and money transfer points will operate there. Working hours may vary depending on the branch.
Dilnoza RahimovaShavkat Mirziyoyev met with the head of Turkey's Cengiz Holding Mehmet Cengiz and the chairman of Saudi ACWA Muhammad Abunayyan. They discussed the construction of thermal power plants, modernization of power grids, and expansion of cooperation in energy, geology, infrastructure, and high technologies.
Nilufar KarimovaThe court has completed its review of the case of a gas cylinder explosion at the Bek canteen in Gulistan on 2 December 2025, which killed six people. Six people have been held criminally liable. Expert examination established that the cylinder that exploded was manufactured in 2010 and had not undergone technical inspection since 2015. The cylinders were refilled the day before the explosion at a station that did not hold a licence to sell household gas.
Aziz KarimovSix energy agreements worth $4.7 billion were signed in Tashkent with the participation of ACWA Power, EDF, Toyota Tsusho and other companies — 3,000 MW of generation and 400 MW of storage. President Shavkat Mirziyoyev announced plans for a second and third nuclear power plant after construction began on the first one with Rosatom in the Jizzakh region. By 2030, the country intends to add 22 GW of capacity and raise the share of renewables to 54%.
Dilnoza Rahimova
