UNESCO has officially marked December 15 as the first World Turkic Languages Day, a decision adopted during its 43rd General Conference in Samarkand, Uzbekistan. The day highlights the rich linguistic and cultural heritage of over 200 million Turkic-speaking peoples and commemorates the decipherment of the Orkhon Inscriptions.
Uzbekistan has significantly bolstered its economic and technological future by establishing a new Business and Investment Council with the United States and forming a strategic AI partnership with NVIDIA. These initiatives, formalized in November 2025, aim to attract foreign investment, diversify trade, and accelerate the nation's digital transformation, positioning it as a regional IT leader.
Uzbekistan exported 4,117 mobile phones worth $1.3 million to five countries, including the UAE, China, Afghanistan, the United States, and Switzerland, during the first nine months of 2025. This marks a notable development in the nation's burgeoning electronics industry, supported by recent government initiatives to boost high-tech production and exports.
Uzbekistan exported 4,117 mobile phones worth $1.3 million to five countries, including the UAE, China, Afghanistan, the USA, and Switzerland, during the first nine months of 2025, according to the National Statistics Committee.
Uzbekistan exported 4,117 mobile phones worth approximately $1.3 million to five countries, including the UAE, China, Afghanistan, the United States, and Switzerland, during the first nine months of 2025. This highlights the nation's growing presence in the global electronics market.
Uzbekistan exported 4,117 mobile phones worth approximately $1.3 million to five countries, including the UAE, China, Afghanistan, the United States, and Switzerland, during the first nine months of 2025. This highlights the nation's growing presence in the global electronics market.
Uzbekistan Airways has finalized an agreement to expand its firm order for Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner aircraft by eight, bringing its total commitment to 22 of the widebody jets. This significant deal, signed on November 6, 2025, in Washington D.C., marks the largest single aircraft purchase in the airline's history and aims to bolster its international network and position Tashkent as a key aviation hub.
Uzbekistan's official reserve assets hit an unprecedented $59.3 billion as of November 1, 2025, according to the Central Bank. This record surge, primarily driven by a significant increase in gold prices and holdings, underscores the nation's strengthening financial stability and economic resilience.
Uzbekistan's electric vehicle imports surged to a record 47,264 units in the first ten months of 2025, doubling compared to the same period last year. This growth, valued at $544.1 million, highlights the nation's accelerating shift towards electric mobility, driven by government incentives and strong demand, primarily from Chinese suppliers.
Uzbekistan has significantly strengthened its nuclear safety and liability framework by acceding to four major international conventions throughout 2025, culminating with the Vienna Convention on Civil Liability for Nuclear Damage in November. This move underscores the nation's commitment to global nuclear standards and peaceful nuclear energy development.
The European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD) has provided US$142 million in financing for a 1 GW solar photovoltaic and 1.3 GWh battery energy storage system in Uzbekistan. This project, led by ACWA Power and Japanese co-investors, is set to be the largest of its kind in Central Asia, significantly boosting the nation's renewable energy capacity.
Uzbekistan and Pakistan are intensifying efforts to develop the Uzbekistan–Afghanistan–Pakistan (UAP) Transport Corridor, a pivotal regional railway project. This initiative aims to establish a direct rail link between Central Asia and South Asia through Afghanistan, significantly reducing transit times and costs, and fostering substantial regional trade and economic integration.
Uzbekistan has halted the issuance of technical permits for new natural gas connections in residential and commercial buildings used exclusively for heating or cooking, effective October 28, 2025. This move aims to conserve energy amidst declining domestic gas production and rising demand, promoting electric alternatives and broader energy efficiency reforms.
The 43rd session of the UNESCO General Conference is underway in Samarkand, Uzbekistan, from October 30 to November 13, 2025. This marks the first time in 40 years the event is held outside Paris, signifying global recognition of Uzbekistan's role in preserving world heritage and its commitment to international cooperation in education, science, and culture.
President Shavkat Mirziyoyev officially launched the construction of the 'New Tashkent International Airport' on October 15, 2025. This $2.5 billion first-phase project, involving an international consortium, aims to transform Uzbekistan into a major aviation hub, capable of serving up to 20 million passengers annually and featuring green construction principles.
The Asian Development Bank (ADB) has approved a $500 million policy-based loan for Uzbekistan's Economic Management Improvement Program (Phase 2). This funding aims to enhance public sector efficiency, strengthen economic governance, and accelerate the country's integration into the global economy, supporting reforms in fiscal transparency, state-owned enterprises, and anti-corruption measures.
Uzbek customs officials have dismantled 'Deadpool,' a large-scale regional drug trafficking network operating via Telegram since 2017. Coordinated operations in August and September 2025 led to the arrest of key distributors and the seizure of significant quantities of synthetic drugs, including alpha-PVP and clephedrone, marking a major blow against online narcotics markets in Central Asia.
The large-scale regional military exercise 'Unity – 2025' (also known as 'Birlik-2025') officially began on October 14, 2025, at the Kattakurgan training ground in Uzbekistan's Samarkand region. Military units from Uzbekistan, Kazakhstan, Tajikistan, the Kyrgyz Republic, and Azerbaijan are participating to enhance regional security, cooperation, and joint response capabilities against modern threats.
Turkish commercial vehicle manufacturer Anadolu Isuzu has agreed to acquire a 75.2% state-owned stake in Uzbekistan's SamAuto for US$80 million, alongside an equivalent investment commitment. This strategic move aims to establish Uzbekistan as a regional production and export hub for commercial vehicles, including electric buses, across Central Asia, the South Caucasus, the Middle East, and Africa.
Uzbekistan Airways has signed an agreement with Boeing for up to 22 787-9 Dreamliner aircraft, valued at approximately $8.5 billion. This historic deal, formalized on September 22, 2025, aims to modernize the airline's fleet and significantly expand its international route network, with deliveries commencing in 2031.
