Anvar Umarov
Anvar Umarov is the founder and editor-in-chief of UzDaily, a leading business and news publication covering Uzbekistan and Central Asia. With over 20 years of experience in journalism, he has also worked as a PR manager for both state and private organizations, bringing a broad perspective on media, communications, and public affairs to his editorial leadership.
Uzbekistan Railways and EBRD Sign Digitalization Deal
Uzbekistan Railways and the EBRD signed an agreement in Tashkent to support digital transformation and cybersecurity upgrades in the rail …
Tashkent to Host IDA Conference With 100 Countries
Tashkent will host an International Development Association conference in December 2026, bringing together around 100 countries to discuss sustainable development …
Uzbekistan and Germany Strengthen Strategic Partnership
Uzbekistan and Germany reaffirm strategic partnership during talks in Tashkent, with trade above US$1.4 billion and rising investment cooperation in …
Uzbekistan Targets Investment-Grade Rating by 2030, Forum Told
Uzbekistan is pursuing a BBB or BB- credit rating by 2030 as part of a drive to reach US$240 billion …
Uzbekistan to Build MOL Shopping Complex in Zangiata
A US$11.5 million Lifestyle MOL shopping complex will be built in Zangiata district under an investment project with a Chinese …
Uzbekistan Central Bank Keeps Key Rate at 14%
The Central Bank of Uzbekistan kept its key policy rate at 14% while projecting 2026 inflation at around 6.5% and …
Uzbekistan Returns Six Citizens From Bulgaria Safely
Six Uzbek citizens facing difficult social and financial conditions in Bulgaria were repatriated with consular support and returned home on …
Uzbekistan Seizes 37.6 kg of Drugs Smuggled From Afghanistan
Uzbek law enforcement agencies seized 37.6 kg of narcotics smuggled from Afghanistan and detained several suspects in Surkhandarya, Samarkand and …
Central Asia Aviation Targets Hub Status Amid Skills and Market Gaps
Central Asia handled 60 million passengers in 2025 and is the world's fastest-growing aviation sub-region, but talent shortages, fragmented tourism …
Central Asia and Caucasus Launch Regional Investment Council Alliance
Eight countries formed the Regional Alliance of Investment Councils at the Tashkent forum, aiming to harmonise investment policy and develop …