Uzbekistan, World Bank to enhance partnership on poverty reduction.

On 17 September in Namangan, President of Uzbekistan Shavkat Mirziyoyev held a meeting with Luis Felipe López-Calva, Director for Poverty Global Department at the World Bank. Photo: Presidential press service López-Calva conveyed greetings and...

5 Unique Museums In Uzbekistan You’ve Probably Never Heard Of

Uzbekistan boasts a wealth of museums, but some stand out for their truly unique and unexpected collections. From the Savitsky Museum in Nukus, home to the world’s second-largest collection of Russian avant-garde and socialist realist art, to the...

Over 6,000 passengers fined in Tashkent for fare evasion.

More than 6,000 passengers have been fined in Tashkent since the beginning of the year for traveling on buses without paying the fare, the Ministry of Transport reported. According to the ministry, the Transport Control Inspectorate, together with...

Backstreet Boys Concert in Astana to Attract Over 12,000 Tourists

ALMATY — Astana Arena will host a historic event as the legendary pop group Backstreet Boys performs in Kazakhstan for the first time on Sept. 21. Their concert in Astana will be part of their ongoing world tour. Photo credit: Backstreet Boys...

Uzbekistan to build $50 million tourist hub near Chartak Reservoir.

Uzbekistan plans to invest $50 million in the construction of a year-round tourist hub on the shores of Chartak Reservoir in Namangan region, President Shavkat Mirziyoyev announced during a meeting on 16 September dedicated to the region’s...

In Early 2026, Uzbekistan Aims to Conduct First Census Since 1989

Independent Uzbekistan has never conducted a general census. That could finally change, with Uzbek authorities planning to conduct both a population and an agricultural census in January-February 2026. Last week, Uzbek President Shavkat Mirziyoyev...

Uzbekistan, World Bank Cooking Up Poverty Reduction Weighing Tools

(MENAFN- Trend News Agency) TASHKENT, Uzbekistan, September 17. Uzbekistan ranks among the World Bank's key partners in the region, with the joint project portfolio now exceeding $14 billion, Trend reports, citing the Uzbek president's office....

How to travel meaningfully in an increasingly generic world

It’s never been easier to go somewhere, but at the same time, it’s also never been harder to say why. As the most well-travelled generation in history, we can effortlessly book a trip to the other side of the world to eat the same poke bowl we had...

Rail, Water, and Helicopters – Uzbekistan’s “Limited Recognition” of the Taliban

Uzbekistan has spent the middle of September embroiled in an increasingly tetchy press battle over an unusual topic: helicopters. The Taliban, who run the de facto government in Kabul, have long claimed that several dozen military aircraft and...

33 Underrated Travel Destinations in the World You Must Explore

16September 17, 2025 | World: When we hear about travel, we often think of Paris, Bali, or New York. But beyond the spotlight lies a collection of Underrated Travel Destinations in the World that carry raw beauty, deep culture, and peaceful vibes....

Forum On 'Cultural Heritage Of Azerbaijan And Uzbekistan' Held In Samarkand

(MENAFN- AzerNews) Laman Ismayilova Read more Support for Azerbaijani Cultural Heritage Handicrafts and Creative Industry Public Association has completed the implementation of the project titled "Cultural Heritage of Azerbaijan and Uzbekistan",...

Forum on 'Cultural Heritage of Azerbaijan and Uzbekistan' held in Samarkand [PHOTOS]

Support for Azerbaijani Cultural Heritage Handicrafts and Creative Industry Public Association has completed the implementation of the project titled "Cultural Heritage of Azerbaijan and Uzbekistan", Azernews reports. A series of events, including...

Xinjiang digs into Silk Road legacy for tourism gold

(Xinhua) 16:24, September 17, 2025 URUMQI, Sept. 17 (Xinhua) -- In the heart of Urumqi, capital of northwest China's Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region, a theater complex brings the ancient Silk Road to life with eight immersive shows that draw...

Unlocking Pakistan’s tourism potential

Pakistan stands at the threshold of an opportunity it has long overlooked: the power of tourism as an engine of economic growth and cultural diplomacy. Prime Minister’s Coordinator for Tourism, Sardar Yasir Ilyas, has rightly observed that...

Xiamen, Changji team up on heritage, tourism

By Zhu Xingxin in Changji and Zhou Huiying | China Daily | Updated: 2025-09-17 09:20 Students experience cultural relics restoration at the Site Museum of Beiting City, Silk Road, in Jimsar county, Xinjiang Uygur autonomous region, on Sept 9....

Across China: Xinjiang digs into Silk Road legacy for tourism gold

URUMQI, Sept. 17 (Xinhua) -- In the heart of Urumqi, capital of northwest China's Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region, a theater complex brings the ancient Silk Road to life with eight immersive shows that draw audiences into the very stories of the...

Armenia ranks among the top 10 most sought-after summer vacation spots for Russians

NEWS » Tourism » Armenia ranks among the top 10 most sought-after summer vacation spots for Russians This summer, there was a significant rise in the interest of Russians towards CIS nations, including Armenia. YEREVAN, September 17. /ARKA/. This...

Uzbekistan Airports and Hong Kong International Airport Sign Memorandum of Cooperation

Uzbekistan Airports and Hong Kong International Airport Sign Memorandum of Cooperation Tashkent, Uzbekistan (UzDaily.com) — Uzbekistan Airports and the management of Hong Kong International Airport have signed a memorandum of understanding aimed...

Goa registers 8.4 pc rise in tourist arrivals in H...

As Goa approaches the final quarter of 2025, the state is witnessing a significant boost in its international connectivity through new direct flights, increased charter operations and enhanced cruise access. In a press statement, Goa Tourism says...

Korea, Uzbekistan deepen strategic partnership

Since the establishment of diplomatic relations in January 1992, the Republic of Uzbekistan and the Republic of Korea have progressively built a dynamic and multifaceted partnership, grounded in mutual respect, trust and a shared commitment to...