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Uzbekistan hosts fifth international FAN 0+ science festival
Uzbekistan's fifth FAN 0+ festival took place on 7–8 November, showcasing solar energy technologies and scientific developments to young people.
Uzbekistan commissions 67,859 new flats in nine months
Uzbekistan commissioned 67,859 flats by 1 October 2026, up 25.2% year on year, according to the Ministry of Economy and Finance.
Uzbekistan introduces electronic risk assessment for drug controls
Uzbekistan is introducing an electronic system to assess the risk of legal violations involving narcotics, psychotropic substances and industrial cannabis cultivation.
Uzbekistan records 3,391 road accidents in nine months
Uzbekistan recorded 3,391 road traffic accidents in January–September 2026, leaving 5,581 people injured, according to official statistics.
Tanzila Narbayeva leads Uzbek delegation on visit to South Korea
Uzbekistan’s Senate Speaker Tanzila Narbayeva is leading a parliamentary delegation on an official visit to South Korea to discuss bilateral cooperation.
Uzbekistan prepares 133 projects for Aral Sea fund chairmanship
Uzbekistan has prepared 133 projects worth US$3.3 billion for its 2027–2029 chairmanship of the International Fund for Saving the Aral Sea.
Mirziyoyev to attend COP31 summit in Türkiye
Uzbekistan’s President Shavkat Mirziyoyev will visit Antalya on 10–11 November to attend the UN climate conference COP31 at Türkiye’s invitation.
Uzbekistan moves to protect homebuyers' funds in construction
A ruling party faction in Uzbekistan's parliament has approved a bill introducing escrow accounts and other safeguards for citizens investing in property construction.
What Uzbekistan Could Gain From COP31: Climate Investment, Energy and Water Security
Uzbekistan is among the first five countries selected for the international Climate Implementation Bridge (BRIDGE) initiative, designed to help turn national climate commitments into investment-ready projects.
Uzbekistan to impound cars over unpaid traffic fines
From 7 January 2027, cars in Uzbekistan may be sent to impound lots if owners fail to pay administrative fines within 60 days.