Askar Yakubov
Askar Yakubov is a professional photojournalist with extensive experience in news and reportage photography. He specializes in fast-paced coverage of social, political, cultural, international, business, and community events, with a sharp eye for capturing expressive shots and conveying the atmosphere of an event under tight time constraints. His skill set spans reportage, portrait, and documentary photography, along with image editing and color correction, and preparing photo materials for media and digital platforms. He is known for his professionalism, adherence to editorial standards, and ability to work both independently and as part of a shooting team.
Uzbekistan and South Korea Hold Consular Consultations
Uzbekistan and South Korea held their fourth round of consular consultations in Tashkent to discuss legal migration and organized labor …
Bukhara District Delegation Begins Visit to China
A delegation from Uzbekistan's Bukhara district led by Khokim Anvarjon Ochilov has arrived in China to negotiate foreign direct investment …
Uzbekistan, Pakistan to Expand Digital Customs Cooperation
Uzbekistan and Pakistan have agreed to expand digital customs cooperation, utilizing artificial intelligence and risk management tools.
Uzbekistan Commissions 195 Infrastructure Projects in H1
Uzbekistan commissioned 195 social and industrial infrastructure projects in the first half of 2026, the Ministry of Economy and Finance …
Uzbekistan Stops Gold and Cash Smuggling Involving Minors
Uzbekistan's Customs Committee foiled two attempts to illegally export gold and US$40,000 using minors at state border posts.
Uzbekistan Soum Deposit Rates Fall to 17.6% in June
The average nominal interest rate on national currency term deposits in Uzbekistan fell to 17.6% in June 2026, according to …
Uzbekistan Average Loan Interest Rate Drops to 19.8%
The average nominal interest rate on national currency loans in Uzbekistan fell to 19.8% in June 2026, according to the …
Nearly 8,200 Multiple Births Registered in Uzbekistan
Uzbekistan registered 373,389 live births in the first half of 2026, including 8,228 multiple births, the National Statistics Committee reported.
Poland Extradites Extremism Suspect to Uzbekistan
Poland has extradited an international fugitive wanted by Uzbekistan for an extremist offense following a joint Interpol operation.
Uzbekistan Launches Samarkand-2028 AI Satellite into Orbit
Uzbekistan and STAR.VISION have launched the Samarkand-2028 hyperspectral satellite with an onboard AI module from China on 5 August 2026.