President of Uzbekistan participates in festive events dedicated to the 80th anniversary of Victory

On May 9 at the invitation of President of the Russian Federation Vladimir Putin, President of the Republic of Uzbekistan Shavkat Mirziyoyev participated in the solemn events on the occasion of the 80th anniversary of the Victory in World War II.

Uzbekistan Elected to the UN Statistical Commission

During the elections for members of the UN Statistical Commission for the 2026-2029 term, held in New York, the Republic of Uzbekistan was unanimously elected to this body for the first time in its history.

The UN General Assembly adopted a resolution initiated by Uzbekistan on the Decade of Afforestation and Reforestation

The UN General Assembly in New York adopted the resolution initiated by the Republic of Uzbekistan titled “Decade of Action on Afforestation and Reforestation in Accordance with Sustainable Forest Management”.

To the participants of the 4th International Bakhshi Art Festival

It is my great pleasure to warmly congratulate you all on the opening of the 4th International Bakhshi Art Festival in ancient Khiva – a unique city-museum under the open sky.

Tashkent to host First Central Asia – GCC Think Tank Forum

On 28-29 April 2025, Tashkent will host the First Central Asia –the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) Think Tank Forum on the topic: “Strengthening Strategic Partnership: From Historical Ties to Comprehensive Cooperation”.

New Entry Procedure to Thailand – TDAC Digital Arrival Card Required from May 1, 2025

Starting May 1, 2025, Thailand will introduce a new digital arrival registration system for foreign visitors — the Thailand Digital Arrival Card (TDAC), replacing the paper TM.6 form. All travelers, including Uzbek citizens, are required to complete the TDAC online before entry. 

Harvard Growth Lab: Uzbekistan climbs 25 positions in the Economic Complexity Index over 5 years

The Center for Economic Research and Reforms (CERR) has conducted an analysis of the Economic Complexity Index (ECI) published by the Growth Lab at Harvard University. According to the findings, Uzbekistan's economy demonstrates steady growth, with exports increasing by an average of 20.5% annually – significantly outpacing the growth rates of other countries in the region.

Tashkent to host international scientific and practical conference on water diplomacy

On April 10 this year, Tashkent will host an International Scientific and Practical Conference on the topic: “Water Diplomacy in Central Asia: Trust, Dialogue and Multilateral Cooperation for Sustainable Development.”

Address by the President of the Republic Uzbekistan Shavkat Mirziyoyev at the 150th Assembly of the Inter-Parliamentary Union

I am delighted to welcome the distinguished delegations from all continents of the world to Uzbekistan for the participation in the 150th Anniversary Assembly of the Inter-Parliamentary Union.

The Union Assembly bringing together 181 national parliaments and 15 regional associations, is held in the Central Asian region for the first time. We are immensely proud that the conference is being held in our magnificent capital city of Tashkent.