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.
Warm and mostly dry weather is forecast for the weekend. Meteorologists indicate that temperatures will be above average, with a low chance of precipitation.
Asadbek Jumayev, an employee of Uzbelas Performance car service, was involved in an incident in Tashkent in January where two BMWs ignored police orders to stop. In an interview, he stated he is proud of his actions, saying, "Someone could get 15 days for this, but we got off with a minor fine," hinting at having connections. This raised doubts about the inevitability of punishment. After public outcry, traffic police impounded the BMW one and a half months later.
Kapitalbank in Uzbekistan has launched an online service for opening business accounts. This innovation allows bank clients to save time and resources, as there is no longer a need to visit a branch. The service is available on the bank's official website and mobile app.
The top division of Uzbek football, the Super League, launches its new season today. Three matches are scheduled for the opening day, marking a significant event for football fans.
The unique climate of Surkhandarya allows for 3–4 harvests per year – a record unmatched by any other region in Uzbekistan. Warm weather, fertile soils, and natural features enable crop cultivation even in winter without additional costs.
Uzbek President Shavkat Mirziyoyev has ordered an increase in coal mining at deposits in Surkhandarya region. The head of state pointed out insufficient utilization of reserves in the region, where only 1% of explored resources are extracted annually. He noted that the region's deposits should form the basis for industrial development and the creation of new production facilities.
The Termez International Trade Center in Surkhandarya will expand its territory. The president announced this at a meeting on February 27.
Users across Uzbekistan have reported widespread degradation in connection quality over the past two weeks. Unstable connectivity, sharp speed drops, and periodic outages have become a systemic issue affecting various regions of the country.
Uzbekistan is considering the introduction of a unified tax account system, according to a statement from the press service of the Tax Committee of Uzbekistan.
Uzbekistan's Foreign Minister Bakhtiyor Saidov participated in the first ministerial meeting in the 'Central Asia - United Kingdom' format. The event was organized by his British counterpart Yvette Cooper.