Uzbekistan

President Shavkat Mirziyoyev announced that a scientific solution has been found to address the accident at the "25 Years of Independence" field in Boysun District.

President Shavkat Mirziyoyev set tasks to increase investments and exports in Surkhandarya region during a meeting on its comprehensive development. He noted that foreign investors are showing interest in the region's deposits.

At a meeting chaired by President Shavkat Mirziyoyev on the comprehensive development of Surkhandarya region, priority tasks for 2026 were set, focusing on investments, exports, industrial expansion, and reducing poverty and unemployment.

In Uzbekistan, the practical implementation of the president's decree on modernizing the transport system has commenced.

An investigation is ongoing into a mass poisoning incident at kindergartens in the Tashkent Region. According to official reports, 10 individuals, including kindergarten staff and food suppliers, have been detained. Several children were harmed in the incident, though the exact number has not been disclosed. Authorities are working to determine the causes of the poisoning and assign responsibility.

On February 26, a meeting was held between the Central Bank of Uzbekistan and textile industry exporters to discuss the currency market and the som exchange rate. Deputy Chairman of the Central Bank Nodirbek Achilov emphasized that the som exchange rate is formed based on supply and demand in the currency market.

President Shavkat Mirziyoyev chaired a meeting on the comprehensive development of Surkhandarya region. The head of state emphasized that developing the region will strengthen the southern pillar of New Uzbekistan.

In Surkhandarya region, over 8,000 young people practice kurash, the national wrestling sport. President Shavkat Mirziyoyev announced at a meeting in the region that infrastructure for this sport, which has become part of cultural identity, will be developed.

According to a statement by Supreme Court press service head Aziz Obidov, former police officer Tal'at Shodmonov has the right to file a repeated supervisory appeal. Response letters sent by the court do not restrict this right.

An assistant prosecutor of a district in Tashkent was detained while receiving money. The incident was captured on video and circulated on social media. Authorities have initiated an investigation into the matter.

The Judo Grand Slam tournament has commenced in Tashkent. This event is organized by the International Judo Federation and attracts top athletes from around the world. The competition is being held in the capital of Uzbekistan, showcasing the country's capabilities in hosting international sports events.

Modernization plans for road and transport infrastructure in Surkhandarya region have been announced. President Shavkat Mirziyoyev disclosed this at a meeting on February 27.