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Silk Road Adventures

How evening changes life in Uzbekistan's historic cities

In partnership with Center for the Production of Content for Mass Media under the Administration of the President of the Republic of Uzbekistan

Summer evenings bring people back into the streets of Samarkand, Bukhara, Khiva and Tashkent, where restaurants, parks and historic squares remain busy long after sunset.

Silk Road Adventures

How Uzbekistan's deserts shaped settlements, beliefs and daily life

In partnership with Center for the Production of Content for Mass Media under the Administration of the President of the Republic of Uzbekistan

Ancient fortresses, sacred monuments and reclaimed steppe landscapes reveal how people adapted to life across Uzbekistan's deserts, where water has long determined settlement and survival.

Silk Road Adventures

Exploring Uzbekistan through its rivers, waterfalls and reservoirs

In partnership with Center for the Production of Content for Mass Media under the Administration of the President of the Republic of Uzbekistan

Mountain rivers, hidden waterfalls and centuries-old reservoirs show how water has shaped settlement, trade and tourism across Uzbekistan, offering visitors a different perspective on the country.

Focus

Islamic scholarship takes centre stage at Uzbekistan forum

In partnership with Islamic Civilization Center in Uzbekistan

Researchers, religious leaders and policymakers examined how centuries of Islamic scholarship continue to influence education, scientific research and international cooperation.

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Culture news

Global forum turns Islamic heritage into roadmap for cooperation

More than 70 international projects were launched at Uzbekistan's first Islamic Civilisation Forum, where delegates called for greater scientific cooperation, education and preservation of Islamic heritage.

Silk Road Adventures

Horses, heritage and a new generation of riders

In partnership with Center for the Production of Content for Mass Media under the Administration of the President of the Republic of Uzbekistan

Polo players, breeders and young riders are helping preserve centuries-old equestrian traditions while creating new opportunities in sport and education.

Travel News

Silk Road destination targets long-haul tourists

Tourist trips to Uzbekistan rose from 6.63 million in 2023 to 11.7 million in 2025. Authorities are linking that growth to new air routes, Central Asian travel packages and higher tourism revenue.

Markets

Beyond the record listing: What's next for the Tashkent stock market?

Executives from the London Stock Exchange, Franklin Templeton and Uzbekistan’s government say governance and liquidity remain central to reform.

Silk Road Adventures

Flea markets and antique spaces keep history in circulation

In partnership with Center for the Production of Content for Mass Media under the Administration of the President of the Republic of Uzbekistan

Collectors, sellers and restorers are giving new life to historical objects through flea markets, antique salons and private museums.

Uzbekistan

Germany-Uzbekistan ties deepen, President Steinmeier tells Euronews

Trade between Germany and Uzbekistan exceeded $1.4 billion (€1.2bn) last year, while German investment reached $2 billion (€1.7bn). The two countries are also expanding educational exchanges, labour mobility programmes and business partnerships.

Business

Tashkent forum unveils 50-year tax incentives, financial centre

Nearly 4,000 participants from more than 100 countries gathered in Tashkent as government leaders, international financial institutions and global companies discussed investment opportunities, regional connectivity and industrial development.

Focus

UzNIF brings global investors into state-owned enterprises

In partnership with Center for the Production of Content for Mass Media under the Administration of the President of the Republic of Uzbekistan

The dual London and Tashkent listing attracted more than $2.8 billion (€2.46 billion) in demand and raised nearly $700 million. Attention is now turning to governance standards, company performance and whether the transaction can help deepen capital markets and support future public offerings.

Silk Road Adventures

How baking traditions continue to shape daily life and culture

In partnership with Center for the Production of Content for Mass Media under the Administration of the President of the Republic of Uzbekistan

From tandir ovens to local bazaars, bread remains central to daily life, combining regional techniques, craftsmanship and long-standing traditions.

Silk Road Adventures

How craftsmanship and production keep silk-making alive today

In partnership with Center for the Production of Content for Mass Media under the Administration of the President of the Republic of Uzbekistan

Through workshops, design studios and local industries, silk production continues to link tradition with contemporary demand, preserving techniques shaped over centuries.

Uzbekistan

UAE-backed programme broadens assessment of public institutions

Joint Uzbek and Emirati evaluation teams reviewed ministries and agencies using criteria including transparency, digitalisation and service delivery. Officials say future assessments will place greater emphasis on measurable results.

Uzbekistan

Ready to take on World Cup giants, Uzbekistan has 'nothing to lose,’ coach Cannavaro tells Euronews

In an exclusive interview for Euronews, the Azzurri legend who won the World Cup two decades ago — now coaching Uzbekistan to their historic first appearance — explains why his team is ready to face the likes of Cristiano Ronaldo's Portugal.

Uzbekistan

Bukhara regional forum examines women’s role in Asia’s future

Regional leaders and UN officials gathered in Bukhara to discuss how investing in women and demographic planning could shape long-term development across Asia.

Silk Road Adventures

How music and craftsmanship keep traditions alive today

In partnership with Center for the Production of Content for Mass Media under the Administration of the President of the Republic of Uzbekistan

From workshops to oral traditions, music continues to connect generations through instruments, performance and cultural heritage.

Silk Road Adventures

Inside the guesthouses keeping Silk Road hospitality alive

In partnership with Center for the Production of Content for Mass Media under the Administration of the President of the Republic of Uzbekistan

From Surkhandarya to Bukhara, Samarkand and Tashkent, guesthouses offer travellers a chance to experience Uzbek hospitality and everyday life along the Silk Road.

Health news

How synthetic drugs are straining health systems worldwide

Emerging patterns of substance use are creating more complex and less predictable health risks. Experts warn that health systems are struggling to keep pace, while access to treatment and prevention services remains limited.

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