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.
Presidents of Uzbekistan and Kazakhstan to Meet in Bukhara
President Shavkat Mirziyoyev and President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev will hold talks in Bukhara on 11 April to discuss strategic partnership, trade, …
Katara Head Named Cultural Ambassador of Uzbekistan
Professor Dr. Khalid bin Ibrahim Al-Sulaiti has been appointed as Uzbekistan's Cultural Ambassador, marking a new milestone in Qatar-Uzbekistan humanitarian …
Khiva to Host First Central Asia-Germany Expert Forum
On 16–17 April, Khiva will launch a permanent expert platform to strengthen political, economic, and digital ties between Central Asian …
ADB Forecasts Uzbekistan’s Economic Growth at 6.7%
The Asian Development Bank’s ADO 2026 report highlights Uzbekistan’s strong 7.7% growth in 2025 and predicts continued stability driven by …
Zayed Sustainability Prize Opens Applications for 2026–2027 Cycle
The UAE's prestigious Zayed Sustainability Prize is now accepting applications with an increased prize pool of US$7.2 million for projects …
Uzbekistan and Czech Republic Discuss Investment Ties
Deputy Investment Minister Akram Aliev and Ambassador Lubomír Frebort met to discuss boosting bilateral trade, which reached US$200M in 2025, …
Uzbekistan Dispatches 76 Block Trains to China in Q1
Uzbekistan sent 76 block trains carrying nearly 5,000 containers of exports to China via Kazakhstan’s Altynkol station, boosting logistics efficiency.
Samarkand to Host EU-Central Asia Education Ministers
On 13–14 April, Samarkand will host a high-level meeting of education ministers and rectors from Central Asia and the EU …
Uzbek Consumer Confidence Remains Stable in Q4 2025
Central Bank report shows steady optimism in Uzbekistan regarding income and spending, with official wages rising as the primary source …
Uzbekistan and IFC Discuss Major Infrastructure and Finance Projects
Vice-PM Jamshid Kuchkarov and IFC’s Lisa Kaestner discussed PPP initiatives, including hospitals, roads, and banks' privatization to bolster the private …