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55.7% of Uzbekistan's Population Is of Working Age
Uzbekistan has 21.74 million people of working age, accounting for 55.7% of the population, according to census data.
Uzbekistan Has 9.62 Million People in Education
A total of 9.62 million people aged seven and older are enrolled in educational institutions across Uzbekistan, census data show.
12% of Uzbekistan's population aged 15 and over have degrees
A total of 3.27 million people aged 15 and over in Uzbekistan have higher or postgraduate education, accounting for 12% of this age group.
Uzbekistan's population reaches 39.05 million in first census
Uzbekistan's first census since independence put the country's population at 39.05 million, 810,600 above the previous official estimate.
Uzbekistan launches NarxStat platform for price statistics
Uzbekistan’s National Statistics Committee has launched NarxStat, an open platform providing regional price and inflation data, with free downloads and API access.
Three suspects detained over planned robbery in Tashkent
Tashkent police detained three suspects accused of plotting an armed robbery at a training centre, before they could seize the money.
Uzbek courts acquit 385 people in nine months of 2026
Uzbek courts acquitted 385 people and convicted 57,376 in January–September 2026, while 18,844 others were released from criminal liability through reconciliation.
Tashkent to change vehicle towing rules from 24 December
Tashkent will introduce electronic procedures for vehicle towing and impound lots from 24 December, with new storage fees and collection requirements.
Uzbekistan and Ukraine discuss expanding trade ties
Foreign ministers Bakhtiyor Saidov and Andrii Sybiha discussed trade and economic cooperation and closer contacts between business communities.
Uzbekistan's US$30 Billion Climate Challenge: Water, Agriculture and the Investment Gap at COP31
Uzbekistan may require US$30.1 billion in climate adaptation investment by 2035, according to figures displayed at the country's national pavilion at the COP31 UN Climate Change Conference.