President Shavkat Mirziyoyev of Uzbekistan visited the Pavilion of National Cultural Centers in Tashkent's "Dustlik" Park on Saturday, March 21, in celebration of the Navruz holiday. This pavilion serves as a symbol of multi-ethnic Uzbekistan, home to representatives of over 130 nations and ethnic groups.
Uzbekistani judoka Samariddin Kuchkorov secured the first medal for the national team at the prestigious Grand Slam series tournament in Tbilisi, Georgia. The 20-year-old athlete claimed the bronze medal in the under 60-kilogram weight category on the opening day of the competition.
Uzbekistan Airways has notified passengers of schedule adjustments and the cancellation of flights HY333/334 on March 22 for the route Tashkent – Dubai – Tashkent. According to the airline's official statement, this decision was made to ensure the safety of passengers and crew, highlighting the carrier's commitment to prioritizing security in its operations.
Uzbekistan has reported a significant 43% increase in electricity generation from solar and wind power plants this year compared to the previous year. This surge is part of the country's broader strategy to expand renewable energy sources, aiming to diversify its energy mix and reduce reliance on conventional fuels amid global energy transitions.
Servicemen from the Ministry of Defense of Uzbekistan, Junior Sergeant Ilkhom Salomov and Third-Class Sergeant Turdimurod Avlayev, participated in the international military competition 'Best Warrior – 2026', held from March 16 to 18 at the 'Camp Shelby' military training base in Mississippi, United States. The competition was organized to strengthen international military cooperation and enhance the prestige of service in special units.
Uzbekistan has achieved a record cotton harvest in 2024, with official data indicating a yield of 3.8 million tons. This represents a 10% increase compared to last year and highlights the country's efforts in the agricultural sector.
Uzbekistan's cotton harvest for 2023 reached a historic high of 3.5 million tons, marking an 8% increase compared to the previous year. This outcome highlights the government's efforts to modernize agriculture and diversify the cotton sector, though experts raise concerns about the sustainability of this growth and its environmental impact, given the country's reliance on water-intensive farming practices.
A scandal has erupted at School No. 22 in Angren, Uzbekistan, where parents have accused a primary school teacher of abusive behavior towards second-grade students. A four-hour audio recording circulating online allegedly captures the teacher using profanity and threats against the children, with reports also indicating physical assaults.
President Shavkat Mirziyoyev of Uzbekistan, in a speech at a Navruz celebration event held in the 'Yangi O'zbekiston' park, called on the country's youth to become the creators of its Third Renaissance. The head of state emphasized: 'My dear children, today you have the great fortune and high honor of becoming the creators of the Third Renaissance. Many of our ancestors strove to realize this great dream, and you are undoubtedly capable of doing so.'
On March 20, the voting process for 'Initiative Budget' projects on the 'Open Budget' portal for the first season of 2026 concluded. According to the results, citizens cast 10,284,000 votes, highlighting active public participation in the allocation of local budget funds.
The Ministry of Agriculture of the Republic of Uzbekistan announced preliminary data for the 2024 cotton harvest. According to the ministry, the cotton yield across the country increased by 15% compared to last year, reaching 4 million tons, which is the highest figure in Uzbekistan's history. The ministry attributes this result to the introduction of modern irrigation technologies and the improvement of cotton varieties.
The Ministry of Investment, Industry, and Trade of Uzbekistan, together with the Andijan Regional Administration and the Chinese company Hainan Xintanbo Investment, has signed a strategic agreement to implement large-scale investment projects. According to the agreement, the total volume of foreign investment into the region's economy will exceed $1.4 billion.