The US State Department introduces a permanent visa bond of up to $20,000 for citizens of 50 countries to reduce visa overstays and abuse.
Uzbekistan advances its digital transformation with plans for a national navigation system, unified public administration platform, and expanded IT sector incentives.
Uzbekistan’s water reforms and digital innovations have significantly reduced water stress, offering a replicable model for sustainable management amid regional challenges.
Russia and the Taliban signed a military-technical cooperation agreement that may enable arms transfers and reshape regional security and economic dynamics.
Octobank has launched a new service enabling direct money transfers from South Korea to Uzbekistan's HUMO cards via E9PAY, enhancing remittance efficiency and regional fintech integration.
US President Donald Trump views Putin's potential participation in the 2026 G20 summit as beneficial amid ongoing geopolitical tensions and Russia's global isolation.
Tencent, Kaspi.kz’s CEO, and key investors acquired six million shares, signaling confidence in the fintech’s growth and expanding global partnerships.
Former chairman of Uzbekistan's O‘zmetkombinat, Dilshod Ahmedov, is internationally wanted over large-scale embezzlement amid ongoing investigations into state asset misappropriation.
Germany's Bundeswehr Military Museum in Koblenz restricts entry for Uzbek citizens and other Central Asian nationals under new security laws, impacting cultural and economic exchanges.
A business forum in Herat led to $300 million in trade agreements between Uzbek and Afghan entrepreneurs, highlighting evolving economic cooperation and integration.