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.
UNWTO Secretary-General Visits Uzbekistan’s Islamic Civilization Center
UNWTO Secretary-General Sheikha Nasser Al Nowais toured Uzbekistan’s Islamic Civilization Center, exploring rare Quran manuscripts and promoting cultural tourism.
Uzbekistan to Launch “Samarkand 2028” Satellite in May
Uzbekistan plans to launch the “Samarkand 2028” satellite, developed by China’s StarVision, in May 2026 as part of expanding bilateral …
UNFPA and Uzbekistan Discuss Demographics and Labor Market
On 2 April, UNFPA and Uzbekistan officials explored demographic trends and labor market development, focusing on sustainable growth and regional …
Uzbekistan Health Institutions Shift to Five-Day Workweek
From 1 April 2026, Uzbekistan’s state medical facilities adopted a five-day workweek, with duty shifts on weekends to maintain uninterrupted …
Ferghana Region, KICC Discuss Green Economy Initiatives
Ferghana regional authorities and South Korea's KICC explored green economy projects, including a power plant using agricultural waste for energy.
Uzbekistan to Cancel Loans Taken Out by Fraudsters
Uzbekistan introduces a new mechanism to protect citizens from online credit fraud. Victims will be released from loans obtained fraudulently …
Uzbekistan and Poland Strengthen Agricultural Cooperation
Uzbekistan and Poland discussed enhancing bilateral cooperation in agriculture, focusing on livestock, veterinary projects, phytosanitary control, and scientific innovation.
Turkic States’ Governments Hold Summit in Baku
Leaders of the Turkic States convened in Baku to discuss trade, transport corridors, energy security, and multilateral cooperation amid regional …
Central Banks Boost Gold Reserves in February 2026
Global central banks increased gold reserves by 19 tons in February 2026, with Uzbekistan and Poland among the top buyers, …
Space Technology Conference 2026 Unites Global Leaders in Tashkent
Tashkent hosted the Space Technology Conference 2026, bringing together over 500 delegates and top global companies to advance innovation and …