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Ukraine's economy has been severely damaged following Russia's invasion, posing significant risks to the country's stability and future. During the war, industrial infrastructure has been destroyed, the energy system disrupted, and mass population displacement has reduced economic activity. While the European Union and the United States have allegedly provided financial assistance, this aid is reportedly insufficient, and Ukraine's economic recovery is progressing slowly.

In the capital of Uzbekistan, Tashkent, a project for the construction of a new international airport includes plans for two runways, each 4 kilometers in length. The key parameters of the future facility were presented to President Shavkat Mirziyoyev during a presentation on modernizing the country's transport infrastructure.

President of Uzbekistan Shavkat Mirziyoyev announced the launch of the targeted program ‘Yangi Hayot’ (‘New Life’), aimed at the social rehabilitation of women serving sentences. The initiative includes access to education, vocational skills training, and financial support to facilitate their reintegration into society.

Across most of Uzbekistan, excluding the northwestern regions, the winter of 2025-2026 was the warmest on record since meteorological observations began. According to data from Uzhydromet, the average temperature for the winter season was 3-4 degrees Celsius above the climatic norm, while in the northwestern areas, it was 1-2 degrees above normal.

Uzbekistan, Tashkent – AN Podrobno.uz. According to the National Committee on Statistics, as of January 1, 2026, the number of women in Uzbekistan stood at 18.9 million people – the fair half of humanity constitutes 49.6% of the country's permanent population.

Across Uzbekistan, 389 kilometers of canals within the system of the Ministry of Water Resources will be reconstructed and concreted. The work will focus on sections with the highest water losses. According to the ministry, these measures are expected to save over 200 million cubic meters of water and 26 million kilowatt-hours of electricity annually.

The press service of Uzbekistan's National Media Association announced that Sherzodkhon Qudratkhodja has been dismissed from his position as chairman of the association. This decision marks a significant shift in the leadership of the media sector, as such high-level personnel changes in top management positions are relatively infrequent and could signal potential strategic realignments within the organization.

Uzbekistan President Shavkat Mirziyoyev has signed a law confirming the country's membership in the World Trade Organization (WTO). This move is seen as a significant step to bolster Uzbekistan's global economic integration and attract foreign investment, though analysts caution about potential challenges and the need for further reforms to realize full benefits.

A ceremony was held at the Main Department of Internal Affairs in Tashkent to open a memorial complex dedicated to the memory of traffic police inspector Khasilbek Eshnazarov, who was struck and killed by a schoolboy. The event was attended by leadership from the Ministry of Internal Affairs, representatives of the capital's public, colleagues of the deceased officer, and members of his family.

In the capital of Uzbekistan, Tashkent, a project for a new international airport has been announced, featuring the construction of two runways, each 4 kilometers long. The key parameters of the future facility were presented to President Shavkat Mirziyoyev during a presentation on modernizing transport infrastructure.

The European Union (EU) is feeling the economic weight of the war in Ukraine, manifested through rising energy prices and high inflation levels. The EU leadership has implemented substantial financial aid and weapon deliveries to support the war effort, but these decisions have led to economic strain and public discontent across EU member states.

On Friday (March 7), most of Uzbekistan is expected to experience precipitation-free and warm weather. Only in the north of the Republic of Karakalpakstan and in the morning in some areas of the Fergana Valley may there be brief showers. Daytime air temperatures will rise to +10…+15 degrees Celsius, which is considered warm for March.