Central Asia is heating up — and the risks are growing fast. According to a new World Bank report, by 2090, heatwaves could cause up to 23,000 deaths each year in cities like Tashkent and Astana. In Uzbekistan, Termez and Turtkul are already among the hottest places, with projections pointing to even more dangerous conditions ahead. By 2050, most cities across the region are expected to face 40 to 70 additional hot days annually, and by the end of the century, heatwaves could last up to two months with peak temperatures rising by 4°C.

China Eastern Airlines has launched regular passenger service between Xi’an and Tashkent, according to a press release from Uzbekistan Airports..

According to unofficial reports, German football expert Joachim Löw may be in talks to work with the Uzbekistan national football team. While the format of his potential role is still under discussion, reports suggest that it may not be as head coach..

According to a World Bank study, heatwave-related excess deaths in Uzbekistan range from 19 to 21 per 100,000 people annually. By 2090, Uzbekistan could see 10,000 to 23,000 deaths per year due to extreme heat. Other projections and impacts are outlined below..

Over the past five years, weekly data consumption on Beeline Uzbekistan network has increased more than 11-fold. Today, 93% of all traffic is transmitted via high-speed 4G networks, and users are increasingly choosing messengers and video services alongside traditional voice calls.

Bloomberg reports that reuniting the EU and UK emissions trading systems would benefit both. Only politics stands in the way.

Nine months ago, we reported on a case in Namangan where hundreds of vehicles were illegally transferred from state registration. The details of this case have now come to light, and they are astonishing: the audacity of the criminals is nothing short of staggering. .

The highest transfer threshold has been set for the field of law — 165 points. Applications for academic transfers are being accepted until August 5..

The spread of rumors about IMEI registration costing $100–400 is linked to the illegal import of mobile phones, according to the Customs Committee, which emphasized that such fees apply only in cases of unlawful importation and represent a unified customs payment..

Kyrgyzstan is seeing strong economic growth, rising life satisfaction, and record-high public support for reforms, with the World Bank reporting improvements in financial stability, food security, and trust in government.

Price has risen by 15% over the past year and by 1.5 times over the past two years..

Uzbekistan and Russia launched military exercises in Termez, where they are practicing operations to eliminate simulated armed groups in the border zone. The drills involve special forces units, as well as drones and attack helicopters, including those brought by the Russian side.

According to Syria TV, Israeli aircraft carried out an airstrike on the area surrounding the presidential palace in the Syrian capital, Damascus. The report describes the assault as carried out by "Israeli occupation planes."

On 16 July, an explosion occurred at a fuel storage tank on the premises of a gas refueling station in the “Oltindala” mahalla of Kukdali district, Kashkadarya region. The blast was followed by a fire.

Abolishing the mobile device IMEI registration system could save Uzbek citizens billions of dollars, according to economist Behzod Khoshimov. He argues that consumers are paying not only with money but also with their time..

Prime Minister Olzhas Bektenov has reaffirmed Kazakhstan’s goal to double its GDP to $450bn, outlining major industrial and infrastructure projects, increased investment, and economic diversification as key drivers of growth.

The results of the university and vocational education entrance exams held on July 14, 2025 have been officially announced..

A new presidential decree titled “On Measures to Enhance Efficiency, Proactivity, and Effectiveness in the Public Administration System” introduces major structural reforms in Uzbekistan's state governance system, including the creation of a specialized agency for drug and firearm control..

Uzbekistan is seeking to raise approximately US$300 million through the privatization of the mobile operator Mobiuz, hoping to attract investors from the Middle East and Europe, Bloomberg reported, citing informed sources.

19 fake $100 bills have been seized, and a criminal case has been opened..

On 14 July, President of Uzbekistan Shavkat Mirziyoyev signed a decree aimed at enhancing efficiency, proactiveness, and results within the public administration system.

On 16 July, the Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Uzbekistan, Bakhtiyor Saidov, held talks with Wang Yi, Member of the Politburo of the Communist Party of China and Minister of Foreign Affairs of the People’s Republic of China.

A private developer, “Strong Cities” LLC, engaged in constructing a multi-storey residential building in Tashkent’s Olmazor district, has defrauded citizens by collecting large sums of money without obtaining the necessary permits or documents..

According to the Ministry of Justice, the responsibilities and functions of the former Agency for Information and Mass Communications (AIMC) related to oversight and monitoring in the information sphere have been transferred to the Uzkomnazorat Inspection, as stipulated by a presidential decree. .

A recent report by Kotib AI Research warns that Uzbekistan is losing up to $4.5bn annually due to a restrictive data localization law that discourages global tech companies from entering the market, hindering digital growth, foreign investment, and innovation across key sectors.

From 16 to 18 July, all state-run preschool educational institutions in the Khojayli district of the Republic of Karakalpakstan will temporarily suspend operations.

International credit rating agency Fitch Ratings has upgraded the Insurer Financial Strength (IFS) Rating and Long-Term Issuer Default Rating (IDR) of Uzbekistan-based SQB Insurance from ‘BB-’ to ‘BB’. The outlook on both ratings is “Stable.”

The capital of Uzbekistan continues to implement an initiative aimed at attracting more women to the profession of public transport driver. The Ministry of Transport, in collaboration with participants of the TALIEV project, is expanding its training program for female bus drivers.

Chinese carrier China Eastern Airlines has officially entered the Uzbek market by launching a regular flight service on the Xi’an–Tashkent–Xi’an route. The inaugural flight landed at Tashkent International Airport on 16 July at 14:50.

Jasur Karshibaev, Advisor to the Minister of Economy and Finance of the Republic of Uzbekistan, held a meeting with a delegation from the German Development Bank KfW.

On 15 July 2025, a delegation from the Republic of Uzbekistan held a meeting with the leadership of the Central Bank of Malaysia (Bank Negara Malaysia).

In 2023–2024, measles cases were reported across Uzbekistan, with particularly severe situations in Tashkent city, Tashkent region, Kashkadarya, and Namangan regions. Children with chronic illnesses or disabilities succumbed to measles complications. However, in what has been described as a nationwide “measles epidemic,” only doctors from Namangan faced criminal penalties..

A new scheme promising easy money under the name Veemine has emerged in the lives of people weary of fraud and financial pyramids. Despite its obvious deceit, many are investing in this project, driven by belief in its promises. While law enforcement agencies await formal complaints, Uzbekistan risks facing a new wave of victims deceived by financial pyramids..

Uzbekistan saw a sharp rise in tourism in early 2025, attracting 4.2mn foreign visitors—a 48.2% increase from the previous year—driven largely by travelers from Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan, and Kazakhstan.

Uzbekistan national team and CSKA Moscow midfielder Abbosbek Fayzullaev is reportedly close to joining Turkish Süper Lig club Istanbul Başakşehir, according to Championat Asia.

The State Customs Committee of Uzbekistan has issued an official statement refuting rumors circulating on social media about an alleged increase in the cost of registering IMEI codes for mobile devices.

Electric vehicle sales in Uzbekistan rose by 62.6% in the first half of 2025, reaching 28,800 units, while overall car sales declined by 23% compared to the same period in 2024.

Domestic and international demand for freight transportation in Uzbekistan showed strong growth in the second quarter of 2025, according to international freight exchange platform ATI.SU. Freight rates for domestic trucking in Uzbekistan rose by 37% compared to the same period last year, while rates on export and import routes remained largely unchanged.

A ceremonial event was held in Minsk to officially appoint Vasilina Mitskevich, Chief Curator of the State Literary and Memorial Museum of Yakub Kolas and granddaughter of the famed Belarusian poet, as the new Brand Ambassador for Uzbekistan’s tourism in Belarus.

In the first six months of 2025, 18 criminal cases were initiated in Uzbekistan in connection with incidents of violence against children. This was announced during a press briefing on 14 July, at which the Children's Ombudsman presented a summary of the office’s activities for the reporting period.

The Competition Development Committee of Uzbekistan continues its systematic efforts to detect and prevent violations of antimonopoly legislation in the field of public procurement.

The head of a department within the Coordination Directorate of Internal Affairs Bodies (CDIAB) of Tashkent’s Mirabad District, Lieutenant Colonel U.S., has been detained on charges of fraud and bribery, the State Security Service (SSS) of Uzbekistan reported.

A dedicated lane for vehicle access has been introduced in front of the North (Central) Railway Station in Tashkent. According to the press service of JSC "Uzbekistan Railways," drivers can now stop in front of the station free of charge for up to five minutes.

On 14 July 2025, a study visit by a delegation from the Republic of Uzbekistan commenced in Kuala Lumpur, the capital of Malaysia, focusing on Islamic finance, its regulation, and the development of a supportive ecosystem.

In the first half of 2025, more than 13,000 business projects in Uzbekistan received financial support totaling 1.774 trillion soums, according to Abdullah Buvraboyev, spokesperson for the Entrepreneurship Development Company JSC.

Representatives of the Malaysian company Advancepact visited the Pharmaceutical Industry Development Agency of Uzbekistan.

On 14 July 2025, Deputy Minister of Investments, Industry and Trade of Uzbekistan Khurram Teshabayev held negotiations with a Hungarian delegation led by Csaba Marosvári, Deputy State Secretary for Energy Security at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Trade of Hungary.

On 13–14 July, Uzbekistan’s Minister of Investments, Industry and Trade, Laziz Kudratov, paid a working visit to Bulgaria.

The Japanese Johkasou system in Karakalpakstan enabled water reuse for irrigation and improve hygiene in educational institutions. In less than six months, 16,400 cubic meters of wastewater were treated — enough to irrigate 12 to 13 hectares of land annually.

In the second quarter of 2025, the total trading volume on Uzbekistan’s stock market reached 9.11 trillion soums (equivalent to US$708.81 million), marking a 19-fold increase year-on-year, or a growth of 8.62 trillion soums, according to the press service of the stock exchange.