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.
Uzbek Referees Led by Ilgiz Tantashev Officiate World Cup Match
An Uzbek refereeing brigade led by Ilgiz Tantashev officiated the 2026 World Cup group stage match between Scotland and Morocco.
Brazil Defeats Haiti, Turkiye Eliminated From World Cup
Brazil secured a 3-0 victory against Haiti in Philadelphia, while Turkiye was eliminated from the World Cup following a 0-1 …
Uzbekistan Presents Pavilion at Istanbul Cultural Festival
Uzbekistan showcased its cultural heritage, tourism potential, and traditional pilaf at a national pavilion during an international festival at Istanbul's …
Lazizbek Saidaripov Re-elected COOMET President
Lazizbek Saidaripov, Director of the Uzbek Technical Regulation Agency, was re-elected as president of COOMET during its 38th committee meeting …
Uzbekistan, KEXIM Partner to Support Children's Medical Center
Uzbekistan and South Korea’s KEXIM signed a US$3 million grant memorandum to provide post-project support for Tashkent’s National Children's Medical …
Uzbekneftegaz, AKA Bank Discuss Solar Energy Financing
Uzbekneftegaz and Germany’s AKA Bank discussed attracting long-term investments and direct financing for industrial solar power plant projects in Uzbekistan.
Fitch Affirms Agrobank at 'BB' with Positive Outlook
Fitch Ratings has affirmed the Long-Term Issuer Default Ratings of Uzbekistan's systemically important Agrobank at 'BB' with a Positive Outlook, …
Fitch Affirms Aloqabank at 'BB' with Positive Outlook
Fitch Ratings has affirmed the Long-Term Issuer Default Ratings of Uzbekistan's Aloqabank at 'BB' with a Positive Outlook, reflecting state …
Uzbekistan and New Development Bank Agree on Strategic Partnership and Infrastructure Initiatives
Uzbekistan’s Deputy Prime Minister Jamshid Khodjayev met with NDB President Dilma Rousseff at TMIF-2026 to finalize the nation's full membership …
Uzbekistan and UK Drive Forward Tashkent International Financial Center and LSE Post-IPO Strategies
Uzbekistan’s Deputy Prime Minister Jamshid Khodjayev met with UK Minister for Investment Lord Jason Stockwood at TMIF-2026 to discuss the …