Uzbekistan

A digital management system is planned for implementation at the used car and auto parts market in the Sergeli district of Tashkent. This was announced by the press service of the Customs Committee of Uzbekistan. The project is being carried out as part of an initiative to create a "Digital Automobile Market" system. Technical specifications for its implementation are currently being developed. Prospects for digitalization were discussed during a visit by committee representatives to the market.

Starting April 1, 2026, Uzbekistan will implement significant changes to its legal framework, including a shift in the working schedule of state hospitals. According to a presidential decree dated November 9, 2025, state medical institutions will transition to a five-day workweek. This move aims to optimize the workload of medical staff and improve service quality. To ensure uninterrupted medical assistance during holidays and weekends, a duty system will be introduced, which authorities claim will not restrict public access to healthcare. Additionally, employees of state medical facilities will receive annual bonuses equivalent to the minimum wage from the Material Incentive Fund on the occasion of "Medical Workers' Day."

The government of Uzbekistan, as part of the nationwide "Clean Air" project, is implementing a series of restrictions for the public sector. The reform of the transport system will begin with the personal example of officials – starting May 1, 2026, "car-free days" are officially established in the capital.

The Committee on Family and Women's Affairs of the Republic of Uzbekistan has proposed a series of legislative amendments aimed at strengthening family relations and reducing divorce rates. According to a draft law published for public discussion on March 26, the reconciliation period granted by courts under Article 40 of the Family Code will be extended from the current six months to one year. This change is designed to provide families with more time to resolve mutual disagreements.

Uzbekistan has put forward a new draft law for public discussion aimed at overhauling family legislation. The proposal includes extending the mandatory reconciliation period for divorcing couples from six months to one year. This change is designed to allow for a more thorough examination of family conflicts and increase the chances of preserving marriages, addressing concerns that current practices often lead to formalized divorces without adequate mediation.

Uzbekistan's 2024 cotton harvest has achieved a record yield, marking a significant success for the country's primary agricultural product. According to state statistics, the harvest increased by 15% compared to the previous year, a result attributed to agricultural reforms and the adoption of modern technologies. Sustainable practices, such as water conservation and the use of organic fertilizers in cotton cultivation, have also contributed positively.

In the Sergeli district of Tashkent, Uzbekistan, officers from the State Security Service, in collaboration with internal affairs agencies, have shut down a drug manufacturing laboratory. During the operation, potent substances and precursors with a total value exceeding 4.5 billion Uzbek soums were confiscated.

A new decree by Uzbekistan's President Shavkat Mirziyoyev aims to refine funding mechanisms for the sports sector and broadly engage business entities. According to Resolution No. PP-107 dated March 24, 2026, the main tasks are defined as implementing modern financing methods, expanding alternative sources, and improving the efficiency of allocated funds, which is purportedly intended to stimulate private sector involvement in sports development, though its effectiveness in addressing systemic challenges remains to be seen.

A dispute has erupted at the 'Kislorod' residential complex in Tashkent's Yakkasaroy district, where one apartment owner has appropriated part of the roof—common property—to conduct additional construction. This has sparked protests from other residents, as altering shared roof space legally requires consent from at least 51% of property owners. Residents emphasize that no voting or meetings were held on the matter, and their approval was never sought.

The Ministry of Justice of Uzbekistan has introduced a draft law that will fundamentally overhaul control over the show business sector in the country. Starting from September 1, 2026, all performances—from large-scale concerts to private celebrations in restaurants—must be pre-registered and paid for through the Soliq mobile application. This initiative aims to enhance the tracking of artists' activities and streamline tax payment processes.

France's star forward Kylian Mbappe made a successful return from a left knee injury, scoring the opening goal in a 2-1 friendly victory over Brazil in a World Cup tune-up match. In front of a crowd of 66,215 at Gillette Stadium, Mbappe broke the deadlock in the 32nd minute, latching onto a through ball from Ousmane Dembele and chipping it over the goalkeeper.

President Shavkat Mirziyoyev has signed a decree on measures to enhance the effectiveness of the 'Yashil Makon' (Green Space) project. The document outlines strategic goals for greening the country by 2030 and introduces new mechanisms for environmental control and citizen incentives.