Crowdfunding or scam? Concerns rise over new "Befree" investment scheme in UzbekistanAn alleged financial pyramid scheme operating under the name Befree is being promoted in Uzbekistan as a crowdfunding platform, promising participants they can become dollar millionaires within months.👉 https://kun.uz/en/29604663➡️ Kun.uz official channel
President Mirziyoyev proposes green trade corridor and unified climate investment strategy at regional summitSpeaking at the Regional Environmental Summit in Astana, President Shavkat Mirziyoyev stated that Central Asian countries must unite to tackle climate and environmental challenges. He emphasized the need to turn existing risks into new opportunities for sustainable growth.👉 https://kun.uz/en/85104662➡️ Kun.uz official channelPresident Mirziyoyev proposes green trade corridor and unified climate investment strategy at regional summitSpeaking at the Regional Environmental Summit in Astana, President Shavkat Mirziyoyev stated that Central Asian countries must unite to tackle climate and environmental challenges. He emphasized the need to turn existing risks into new opportunities for sustainable growth.👉 https://kun.uz/en/85104662➡️ Kun.uz official channel
Uzbekistan to auction 100,000 hectares of farmland under new economic termsOver the past five years, Uzbekistan has implemented systematic reforms, most notably stripping regional governors of their power to allocate land and transitioning to a transparent auction system. Since this shift, 616,300 hectares have been distributed via auctions, generating UZS 1.4 trillion for the national budget.👉 https://kun.uz/en/84562936➡️ Kun.uz official channel
Oliy Majlis approves long-term tax breaks and simplified licensing for Enterprise Uzbekistan digital centerDesigned to attract global businesses, the special regime includes simplified registration, licensing, and operational procedures. One of the most significant features is the regulation of commercial transactions based on international standards, specifically incorporating legal norms from England and Wales.👉 https://kun.uz/en/20359619➡️ Kun.uz official channel
Uzbekistan leads CIS in telecom growth as market nears UZS 28.5 trillionUzbekistan continues to hold its position as the leader among CIS countries in terms of telecommunications growth rates.By the end of the current year, the market volume is projected to reach UZS 28.48 trillion. This upward trend is expected to continue, with revenues hitting UZS 31.8 trillion in 2027 and surpassing UZS 35 trillion by 2028.👉 https://kun.uz/en/34533712➡️ Kun.uz official channel
Uzbekistan to restrict foreign investors from land auctionsPresident Shavkat Mirziyoyev recently reviewed proposals aimed at enhancing the efficiency of land resource management in Uzbekistan. The new measures signal a significant shift in how agricultural land is allocated, prioritizing national interests and local entrepreneurs while streamlining processes for large-scale foreign investment.👉 https://kun.uz/en/83721397➡️ Kun.uz official channel
State to compensate utility costs for families of fallen military personnelA new presidential decree signed on April 16, 2026, has introduced additional social support measures for the families of servicemen who lost their lives during military operations in Afghanistan.👉 https://kun.uz/en/46130228➡️ Kun.uz official channel
Uzbekistan toughens penalties for illegal trade of precious metals and stonesUzbekistan has officially intensified the punishment for the illegal acquisition and sale of precious metals and gemstones.👉 https://kun.uz/en/07066494➡️ Kun.uz official channel
Uzbekistan allocates UZS 73.7 billion in heating compensation for vulnerable familiesUzbekistan has disbursed UZS 73.7 billion in compensation to vulnerable households to cover electricity and natural gas expenses during the heating season.👉 https://kun.uz/en/87844047➡️ Kun.uz official channel
EU’s CADAP to support Uzbekistan drug policy with focus on youth and prevention — Ernest RobellóErnest Robelló, Director of the EU Central Asia Drug Action Programme (CADAP), stated that the initiative will support Uzbekistan’s efforts to balance security and public health in tackling drug threats.👉 https://kun.uz/en/34997948➡️ Kun.uz official channel
President Mirziyoyev arrives in Astana for Aral Sea rescue fund meetingPresident Shavkat Mirziyoyev arrived in Astana on 21 April for a working visit at the invitation of the President of Kazakhstan, Kassym-Jomart Tokayev.👉 https://kun.uz/en/05176767➡️ Kun.uz official channel
Uzbekistan ranks 114th globally for employment – ILOUzbekistan ranked 114th out of 187 countries in terms of employment, with just over half of its working-age population in jobs, according to a 2025 study by the International Labour Organization.👉 https://kun.uz/en/70135886➡️ Kun.uz official channel
Uzbek nationals form largest share of Central Asians in Russia’s war in UkraineMore than 4,800 Uzbek nationals are reported to be among citizens of Central Asian countries who have signed contracts with the Russian military and are involved in the war in Ukraine, according to media reports citing a Ukrainian government-backed project.👉 https://kun.uz/en/71788348➡️ Kun.uz official channel
Saida Mirziyoyeva holds talks with WHO Director-General in SamarkandSaida Mirziyoyeva, Head of the Presidential Administration, held a meeting with the Director-General of the World Health Organization (WHO), Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus, on the sidelines of an international forum in Samarkand. The discussions focused on the further development of cooperation between Uzbekistan and the WHO, emphasizing several key areas of the national health agenda.👉 https://kun.uz/en/63306163➡️ Kun.uz official channelSaida Mirziyoyeva holds talks with WHO Director-General in SamarkandSaida Mirziyoyeva, Head of the Presidential Administration, held a meeting with the Director-General of the World Health Organization (WHO), Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus, on the sidelines of an international forum in Samarkand. The discussions focused on the further development of cooperation between Uzbekistan and the WHO, emphasizing several key areas of the national health agenda.👉 https://kun.uz/en/63306163➡️ Kun.uz official channel
New $85 million bus and truck manufacturing plant to be built in SamarkandThe first stage of the plant, valued at $40 million with an annual capacity of 5,000 units, is scheduled to launch by the end of 2029. A second stage, requiring a further $45 million investment, is planned for 2031 to bring the facility to its full 10,000-unit target.👉 https://kun.uz/en/70455018➡️ Kun.uz official channel
Renewable energy production in Uzbekistan surges by 37% in early 2026Uzbekistan’s green energy sector continues to show rapid growth, with the volume of electricity generated from renewable sources exceeding 3 billion kWh since the beginning of this year.👉 https://kun.uz/en/34819575➡️ Kun.uz official channel
Gov’t to compensate labor migrants for language training and certification costsUnder the proposed measures, the state will compensate labor migrants for 50% of the costs associated with learning foreign languages and 100% of the expenses for taking qualification exams. These funds will be provided directly to the citizens rather than to training centers.👉 https://kun.uz/en/42859006➡️ Kun.uz official channel
NMMC gold production dips by 2.2% despite record revenue in first quarterThe Navoi Mining and Metallurgical Combinat (NMMC) has released its operational results for the first quarter of 2026, revealing a slight decline in physical gold production offset by a massive surge in revenue due to favorable global market prices.👉 https://kun.uz/en/75588322➡️ Kun.uz official channel
Uzbekistan proposes global digital monitoring to dismantle drug trade financesDuring the opening session of the international forum titled “Countering Transnational Drug Threats to Public Health and Security” in Samarkand, Uzbekistan proposed a specialized development program for high-risk regions where economic constraints often lead to drug cultivation. This initiative aims to create stable income sources by investing in the formal economy, improving infrastructure, and enhancing education and healthcare to reduce dependence on the criminal economy.👉 https://kun.uz/en/66992378➡️ Kun.uz official channel
Uzbekistan elected to UN Commission on Crime Prevention for the first timeUzbekistan’s three-year term on the commission is scheduled to begin on January 1, 2027, and will conclude at the end of 2029.👉 https://kun.uz/en/35795146➡️ Kun.uz official channel
