From Economic Growth to Societal Development: Uzbekistan’s Priorities in the New Political Cycle

The traditional annual Address of the President of Uzbekistan Shavkat Mirziyoyev delivered on the eve of the New Year, became an important programmatic statement summarizing the results of the outgoing year and outlining the country’s strategic development priorities for the period ahead.

Active Diplomacy of Uzbekistan: 2025 — From Dynamic Dialogue to Tangible Results

The year 2025 marked a stage of qualitative renewal and consolidation of Uzbekistan’s foreign policy positions. Amid a complex and ambiguous international environment characterized by rising geopolitical tensions, the transformation of global institutions, and intensifying competition for resources and markets, Uzbekistan, under the leadership of President Shavkat Mirziyoyev, consistently pursued an open, pragmatic, active, and proactive foreign policy. This approach not only helped preserve the stability of external relations but also infused them with new substantive content aligned with the country’s long-term interests and domestic development priorities.

Akramjon Ne’matov: In his Address, President of Uzbekistan placed a key emphasis on the country’s socio-economic development, the enhancement of citizens’ well-being and the strengthening of the economy’s competitiveness

Comment from the First Deputy Director of the Institute for Strategic and Interregional Studies (ISRS) under the President of Uzbekistan to Dunyo Information Agency

The focal points of President Shavkat Mirziyoyev’s address to the Oliy Majlis and the people of Uzbekistan as well as the signals conveyed to both domestic and international audiences, were highlighted in a commentary by Akramjon Ne’matov, the First Deputy Director of the Institute for Strategic and Interregional Studies (ISRS) under the President of Uzbekistan, in an interview with Dunyo IA correspondent.

Iteca Exhibitions marks 30 years of Uzbekistan’s exhibition industry development

The achievements of the anniversary season set an ambitious benchmark for the years ahead. In 2026, the calendar of exhibitions will expand to 22 exhibitions and 5 conferences, alongside new initiatives designed to support the domestic manufacturers, promote investment and further strengthen the key sectors of the national economy

Strategic Partnership between Central Asia and Japan in New Conditions

On December 19-20, 2025, a landmark event in the history of relations between Central Asia and Japan will take place in Tokyo – the first summit of heads of state in the "Central Asia + Japan" format. This meeting will constitute a significant milestone that will open a new chapter in the strategic partnership and provide a powerful impetus to multifaceted cooperation between the region and one of the world's leading economies. It should be noted that the upcoming summit coincides with the 20th anniversary of the "Central Asia + Japan" dialogue, established in 2004.

The Economics of Cooperation: Trade and Investment Draw Tashkent and Ashgabat Closer Together

In recent years, Uzbekistan and Turkmenistan have been shaping a new model of economic interaction in which the driving force is no longer political declarations but the tangible expansion of trade, industrial cooperation, and investment ties. The two countries are gradually transitioning from episodic initiatives to a systemic partnership grounded in predictable regulation, regular intergovernmental dialogue, and the steady growth of joint economic projects. While high-level contacts set the overall strategic direction, the substance of bilateral relations today is increasingly defined by concrete economic decisions and infrastructure-driven development.

Transport integration in Central Asia: the contribution of Uzbekistan and Turkmenistan

Transport cooperation between Uzbekistan and Turkmenistan is now taking on strategic importance, shaping a new architecture of connectivity in Central Asia and creating additional opportunities for the region to enter the wider Eurasian space.

The two countries are located at the intersection of key East-West and North-South transit routes, which determines the high demand for joint projects in the field of logistics, multimodal transport and digital solutions.

The Doha Forum will host a session devoted to the Termez Dialogue on connectivity between Central and South Asia.

On 7 December 2025, as part of the annual Doha Forum, a dedicated session will be held focusing on the Termez Dialogue on connectivity between Central and South Asia, under the motto: “Rebuilding Afghanistan through Regional Connectivity: The Termez Dialogue.”

The Constitution — The bedrock of Uzbekistan’s trust, stability, and future

8 December marks Constitution Day in the Republic of Uzbekistan - a date that holds a distinct place in the nation’s modern history. Adopted in 1992, the Constitution laid the foundational pillars of the country’s independence, the rule of law, and its democratic evolution. It set the trajectory for the emergence of a young sovereign state, defined the core principles of its governance, and charted the path toward building an open, peaceful, and humanistic society.

The Constitution of Uzbekistan: a foundation for modern statehood and human dignity

The Constitution of Uzbekistan: a foundation for modern statehood and human dignity

The 33rd anniversary of the adoption of the Constitution of the Republic of Uzbekistan is a momentous occasion for the nation. For the first time in our independent statehood, a Constitution adopted through the will of the people stands as a cornerstone of modern governance. It embodies the rich experience of national state-building, addresses pressing societal and administrative challenges, and presents a carefully considered strategy for the relationship between the individual, society, and the state amidst complex global geopolitical developments. In essence, the renewed Constitution reflects our irreversible commitment to democratic reforms in both state governance and human rights.