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.
Uzpromstroybank Q1 Profit Surges 36.2% to 550B Soums
Uzpromstroybank reports strong Q1 2026 results with profits hitting 550 billion soums, a significant increase driven by improved asset quality …
Nurafshon to Launch US$200M Digital Innovation Valley
Nurafshon authorities and ADB discussed a major 35-hectare tech hub featuring an AI center, IT park, and labs, slated for …
Uzbekistan and France Bolster Science and Education Ties
Ilkhom Sirojev and Ambassador Walid Fouque discussed expanding the Uzbek-French University and launching joint vocational training and research projects.
Namangan Region Secures US$50M Deal with Krsnaa Diagnostics
Namangan and India's Krsnaa Diagnostics signed a memorandum to invest US$50 million in medical infrastructure, diagnostics, and technology from 2026–2028.
Uzbekistan Senate Hosts Regional Dialogue on Circular Economy
Uzbekistan's Senate and EU’s SWITCH-Asia program hold a regional dialogue in Tashkent to promote circular economy through innovation, investment, and …
Uzbekistan Introduces VAT Refund Procedure for Jewelers
Uzbekistan introduces a temporary VAT refund mechanism for jewelers until 2028. Producers and retailers can reclaim 80% of tax under …
Uzbekistan Begins Sales of Commemorative Coins Marking 690th Anniversary of Amir Temur
Central Bank of Uzbekistan releases gold and silver commemorative coins and souvenir sets to honor the 690th anniversary of the …
Chimbay Zagara-Non Bread Granted Geographical Indication Status
Karakalpakstan's traditional Zagara-non bread is now legally protected as a Geographical Indication, preserving the unique sorghum-based recipe of Chimbay.
Health Ministers of Uzbekistan and Türkiye Visit Samarkand Cardiology Center
Ministers Asilbek Khudayarov and Kemal Memişoğlu review digital health platforms and acute cardiology care during the Congress of Oncologists in …
Uzbekistan U-16 Defeats Afghanistan at CAFA 2026
Uzbekistan's U-16 football team secures a dominant 3-0 win over Afghanistan at the CAFA U-17 Championship with goals from Emonkpaire, …