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National TeamUzbekistan and Azerbaijan Sign Pension Agreement
Uzbekistan and Azerbaijan's presidents signed a pension agreement on August 23. The agreement simplifies pension eligibility for citizens who have worked in both countries.
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OpinionUzbekistan FinTech Investment: $1 Billion by 2030
The Central Bank of Uzbekistan announced at the Silk Road Finance & Technology Forum on 24 August that it aims to attract $1 billion to the fintech sector by 2030. It is creating a regulatory sandbox, an Innovation Hub and a venture fund, while working on open APIs and an AI-based credit scoring model.
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OpinionIranian Investors Explore Projects in Uzbekistan’s Ferghana
Mustafa Paularab-led Iranian investors met with Ferghana Region Governor Khairullo Bozorov in Besharyk district to discuss new investment projects. The meeting covered opportunities to expand cooperation in industry, infrastructure, and logistics, and a memorandum of cooperation was signed.
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Opinion21,000 Italians Visit Uzbekistan
Uzbekistan welcomed 21,000 Italian citizens from January to July 2026, with 95.7% traveling for leisure. Business, family visits, study, medical treatment, and commercial trips were also recorded.
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OpinionUzbekistan-Azerbaijan: New Economic Cooperation Path
Uzbekistan and Azerbaijan adopted a declaration to deepen strategic partnership in 2024 and signed a cooperation treaty in 2025. The bilateral trade volume reached $795 million by the end of 2025, with a 33 percent increase recorded in January-May 2026.
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National TeamUzbekistan Begins Construction of Electric Bus Plant in Yazyavan District
Uzbekistan is constructing a $170 million electric bus plant in Yazyavan district. The project is a joint venture with Chinese firms Xiang Yang Tenglong Automobile and GIG Investments. Production is slated to begin in December 2027.
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OpinionUzbekistan's population density reaches 85.8 people per km²
Uzbekistan’s population density reached 85.8 people per km² on 1 July 2026, an increase of 1.5 people from 84.3 in 2025 and 6.5 people from 79.3 in 2022. The average growth was 8.2 %, with a 1.8 % rise since 2025.
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Match reportUzbekistan vs Iran friendly in Ferghana
Uzbekistan's national team will play a friendly against Iran on 24 September at Istiklol Stadium in Ferghana, under head coach Fabio Cannavaro.
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OpinionUzbekistan Launches Land Restoration Innovation Challenge
From 18 August to 4 September 2026, a UNDP-hosted innovation challenge aims to restore degraded and saline lands in the Amudarya and Muynak districts. The competition offers a total prize fund of US$40,000, with up to four winners receiving up to US$10,000 each.
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OpinionUzbekistan's Small Business Lending Rises 19% to 90.3 Trillion Som
In Uzbekistan, loans to micro, small and medium enterprises reached 90.3 trillion som, a 19% increase. The Central Bank released the figures for January-July 2026.
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Match reportNeftchi 3:0 – Sogdiana in 19th Round
Neftchi defeated Sogdiana 3-0 at home in the 19th round. Goals: Zoran Marushich (23, 60) and Stipe Periša (90+8).
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Match reportFabio Cannavaro Defends Uzbekistan's Security Checks as World Cup Approaches
Legendary defender Fabio Cannavaro, who is leading Uzbekistan into their first-ever World Cup, addresses claims of mistreatment and intense security screenings. Meanwhile, the Netherlands narrowly avoid a major setback in their final pre-World Cup friendly, while FIFA announces new protocols for the 2026 tournament.
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Match reportUzbekistan Athletes Win Four Medals
Uzbekistan athletes won two gold and two bronze medals in the Tissot Grand Prix Mini Masters series.
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Match reportUzbekistan national football team wins 3 gold medals
Uzbekistan national football team wins 3 gold medals at the 21-International Standards Olympiad.
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Match reportUzbekistan eyes Asian Games knockout stage after tough draw
Uzbekistan faces Vietnam, Kuwait and Philippines in Asian Games after tough draw, aiming for knockout stage. After 3-1 loss to Congo DR on 2026-06-27, the team must bounce back to chase top-four finish.
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Match reportUzbekistan's World Cup debut ends in 5-0 loss to Portugal
Uzbekistan's White Wolves suffered a 5-0 defeat to Portugal in their World Cup debut. Despite the loss, the team's historic run has reshaped perceptions of Uzbek football. Their last five results: 0W-0D-5L, including a 3-1 loss to Congo DR on June 27, 2026.
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National TeamUzbekistan's White Wolves make World Cup 2026 debut in style
Despite a 5-0 loss to Portugal in their World Cup 2026 debut, Uzbekistan's White Wolves left a mark as the first Central Asian team in the tournament. The historic run boosted national pride and youth football dreams.
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OpinionHow fans backed Uzbekistan at the World Cup 2026 - fan stories from Atlanta
Uzbekistan fans in Atlanta share their World Cup 2026 support stories after the team's five-game losing streak since the 3-1 loss to Congo DR on June 27, 2026.
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Match reportUzbekistan National Team: FIFA World Cup Winners Honored with Championship Medals
Uzbekistan National Team Coach Fabio Cannavaro May Leave His Position. FIFA World Cup Winners Honored with Championship Medals.
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OpinionCannavaro stays as Uzbekistan head coach after talks reach 100% agreement
Fabio Cannavaro's position as Uzbekistan head coach has been confirmed at 100% after talks. What awaits the national team after five straight losses at the 2026 World Cup?
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Match reportUzbekistan's referees face danger from aggressive players
Uzbekistan's referees face danger from aggressive players. Slovenian referee Slavko Vinchich has been appointed as the main referee for the World Cup final.
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AnalysisFabio Cannavaro's contract with Uzbekistan runs until October 2027
Rumors about Fabio Cannavaro leaving the Uzbekistan national team have been dismissed. The Uzbekistan Football Association's first vice-president Ravshan Ermatov confirmed the coach's contract runs until October 2027.
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OpinionUzbekistan footballers participation number increase idea discussed by Infantino
Uzbekistan footballers participation number increase idea discussed by Infantino. Discussions on increasing the number of World Cup participants to 64 are ongoing.
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OpinionNew Fan Zones in Tashkent for Uzbekistan World Cup 2026 Matches
Tashkent is building special fan zones to watch Uzbekistan's 2026 World Cup matches, featuring the latest result and recent form updates for the national team.