Uzbekistan

Uzbekistan's digital ecosystem, Uzum, has secured over $130 million in a strategic investment round, with the sovereign investment fund of the Sultanate of Oman acting as the lead investor. The round also saw participation from existing investors, including VR Capital, Tencent, and FinSight Ventures. The deal encompasses equity investments and structured financing, with Uzum's pre-money valuation set at $2.3 billion.

According to the Uzbekistan Hydrometeorological Service (Uzhydromet), the cold air mass currently dominating the country's territory will begin retreating on the afternoon of March 12, leading to a gradual rise in air temperatures.

Uzbekistan has significantly strengthened penalties for violating the retail sale procedures of prescription drugs containing potent substances. This is outlined in amendments and additions to certain legislative acts introduced by a law adopted on March 6, 2025, targeting the illegal circulation of pharmaceuticals.

Uzbekistan national team and Manchester City defender Abduqodir Husanov has maintained his market value at €35 million, according to the latest update from the Transfermarkt portal in March 2026. The valuation confirms his status as the most expensive player in Uzbekistan's history and one of the most valuable defenders in his age group, despite general volatility in the English Premier League transfer market.

Uzbekistan has enacted a new law that modifies procedures for handling debtors' property and clarifies the powers of state enforcement officers. According to the legislation, if a claimant agrees to retain property that failed to sell at auction, bans imposed on that property by registration authorities can be lifted based on a decision by a state enforcement officer.

Uzbekistan, Tashkent – AN Podrobno.uz. As of the morning of March 10, the total number of compatriots evacuated to Uzbekistan has reached 25,047 people. The repatriation process is systematic and phased, covering six countries in the region.

An international team of archaeologists has announced the potential discovery of the medieval city of Marsmanda in Uzbekistan, which, according to historical sources, was part of the Silk Road and played a significant role in trade and metallurgy. The city was mentioned in ancient texts as a major center for iron production and commerce, but its exact location had long remained unknown.

By a presidential decree signed on March 5, Uzbekistan has established a National Bio-Pharmaceutical Research Institute. This move aims to centralize and enhance scientific research in the pharmaceutical sector, potentially boosting domestic production of medicines and vaccines, though its long-term impact on the country's healthcare system remains to be seen.

According to the Hydrometeorological Service of the Republic of Uzbekistan (Uzhydromet), cold weather will persist across the country on the night of March 12, with the cold air mass beginning to gradually retreat during the day. This process is expected to continue throughout the week, leading to a significant increase in temperatures.

▪️ Uzbekistan has imposed temporary restrictions on the operation of methane fuel stations, effective from March 10 at 16:00, due to a sharp drop in air temperatures. The Ministry of Energy officially announced this measure, citing increased demand for natural gas as cold and humid air masses move into the region, leading to a drop in pressure in the main gas pipelines.

Uzbekistan has identified 28,304 cases of anti-competitive actions in the public procurement sector for the year 2025. These violations were recorded during 16,135 tenders. According to the country's Committee for the Development of Competition and Consumer Rights Protection, the analysis covered over 23,000 lots with a total value of 18.8 trillion Uzbek soums.

Uzbekistan, Tashkent – AN Podrobno.uz. In Uzbekistan, the districts and cities with the highest number of newborns in 2025 have been identified. According to data released by the National Committee on Statistics, over 879.5 thousand live births were recorded across the country.