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.
India introduces health screening measures for international flights
India has introduced additional sanitary and epidemiological control measures for international passengers, requiring health declarations amid precautionary monitoring of Ebola …
Tashkent Zoo participates in the 8th GEF Assembly in Samarkand
Tashkent Zoo is taking part in the 8th Assembly of the Global Environment Facility (GEF), a major international environmental forum …
Uzbekistan launches biosafety initiative under Cartagena Protocol implementation
Uzbekistan has officially launched a biosafety initiative under the Cartagena Protocol framework during Eco Expo Central Asia 2026, aimed at …
Central Bank of Uzbekistan introduces central clearing framework
Uzbekistan has introduced new regulations governing centralized clearing and central counterparty operations to strengthen financial market infrastructure and reduce systemic …
Uzbekistan intercepts 13 kg heroin transit attempt
Customs and security forces in Uzbekistan have prevented the transit of nearly 13 kilograms of heroin hidden in a truck …
Retail trade in Uzbekistan grows by 22.9%
Retail trade turnover in Uzbekistan increased by 22.9% in January–April 2026, driven mainly by small businesses and microfirms.
Uzbek startup Lidavex wins Startup World Cup regional stage
Uzbek MedTech startup Lidavex has won a regional stage of Startup World Cup with its AI-driven maternal health technology and …
Uzbekistan Upgrades Surkhandarya Roads with ADB Support
Uzbekistan is reconstructing major international roads in Surkhandarya region with Asian Development Bank support to improve connectivity and reduce travel …
Uzbek State Stake in UzSungwoo Sold for 585.8 Billion Soums
Uzbekistan has sold its 50% state stake in auto components producer UzSungwoo for 585.82 billion soums at an E-auction, with …
Uzbekistan Uncovers 35.1 Billion Soum Cashback Fraud
Authorities in Andijan region uncovered a 35.1 billion soum scheme involving fake invoices and illegal cashback payments via the Soliq …