Leaders of Uzbekistan and Kyrgyz Republic speak over the phone

On May 4, 2020, President of the Republic of Uzbekistan Shavkat Mirziyoyev held a telephone conversation with President of the Kyrgyz Republic Sooronbai Jeenbekov

Presidents of Uzbekistan and Kazakhstan talk over the phone

On May 2, 2020, President of Uzbekistan Shavkat Mirziyoyev held a telephone conversation with President of Kazakhstan Kassym-Jomart Tokayev

New opportunities in the education system

On April 30, 2020, President of Uzbekistan Shavkat Mirziyoyev held a meeting on the issues of qualitative completion of the current academic year, the organization of final and entrance exams

Increasing procurement of agricultural products is today’s most important issue

On April 29, 2020, President of Uzbekistan Shavkat Mirziyoyev chaired a videoconference on the issues of guaranteed provision of food to the population and maintaining price stability during the pandemic

Shavkat Mirziyoyev: our compatriots show true patience and responsibility, kindness and care

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Uzbekistan is taking active steps to develop the construction of energy-efficient housing

Uzbekistan is taking active steps to develop the construction of energy-efficient housing

Climate change and carbon footprint reduction are among the most wide-spread topics of discussion in the world. There are many ways to address these global challenges at different layers raging from individual and state. Improving buildings and houses are some of those ways.

Uzbekistan is taking measures to develop the construction of energy-efficient housing starting from rural areas.

According to the Decree of the President of Uzbekistan dated November 14, 2018, starting from January 1, 2020 housing facilities should be equipped with energy-efficient and energy-saving building materials.

This document stimulated the joint project of the Ministry of Construction of Uzbekistan, United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) and Global Environment Fund (GEF).

Within it, in 2019 a number of business trainings for bank workers specializing on “green mortgage” were organized in 12 regions of the country. Assistance was provided in the construction of 800 one-story 3-bedroom energy-efficient and low-carbon houses in the Ferghana, Samarkand, Bukhara, Surkhandarya and Khorezm regions.

3 200 people gained access to “green mortgage”.

In 2020, the joint project will continue to work in the construction of energy-efficient and low-carbon rural housing in another 5 regions of the country.

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COVID-19: Foreign partners of Uzbekistan will provide more than 3 billion dollars

COVID-19: Foreign partners of Uzbekistan will provide more than 3 billion dollars

President of Uzbekistan Shavkat Mirziyoyev signed the decree “On measures to attract external assistance to support the population, budget, basic infrastructure and business entities during the coronavirus epidemic”.

International financial institutions are ready to provide Uzbekistan with long-term loans and grant totaling more than 3 billion dollars. Agreements have already been reached.

A “Roadmap”, enclosed to this resolution, stipulates that 277,5 million dollars will go to strengthening healthcare system, 700 million dollars to business and banking systems support, 1,7 billion dollars and 150 million Euro to state budget support and 300 million dollars to utilities and energy enterprises areas.

Within the healthcare system, the country is planning to upgrade sanitary-epidemiological service, supply technical equipment and training of specialists in accordance with international standards and best practices, create world standard regional sanitary and epidemiological laboratories equipped, improve specialists’ capacity, attract experts with international experience, build modern clinics for the treatment of infectious diseases, especially for children and mothers.

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UN and OSCE in Uzbekistan Representatives Heads got acquainted with newly created conditions for ethnic minorities

UN and OSCE in Uzbekistan Representatives Heads got acquainted with newly created conditions for ethnic minorities

UN Resident Coordinator in Uzbekistan Helena Fraser and OSCE Project Coordinator in Uzbekistan John MacGregor joined by the representative of ministries and agencies paid a visit to Altinkul village in Pakhtakor district of Jizzakh region, built within “Prosperous Villages” Program.

This village was built within a few months in the abandoned wasteland. President of Uzbekistan Shavkat Mirziyoyev was personally supervising the implementation of the construction project. Less than in year, this area saw 460 new cottages, consumer services utilities and textile factory that provided 500 new jobs.

Currently, 939 families live in Altinkul. Out of that number 301 families comprising 1 225 people are representatives of gypsy community that live in the village alongside with Uzbeks, Tajiks, Kazakhs, Kyrgyz, Tatars and others. This new village has become yet another bright example of Uzbekistan’s commitment to human rights and freedom protection of all ethnic groups and nationalities living in the country. It also reiterates commitment to continue reform agenda in improving well-being and quality of life.

During the event, representatives of international organizations and state agencies were shown the video displaying the construction process of this village. It featured scenes of Altinkul’s previous living conditions. Two years ago, the village was steeped with old barracks; no amenities and infrastructure was present here.

UN Resident Coordinator in Uzbekistan Helena Fraser, while sharing her thoughts, noted that the UN puts a great emphasis on the issues of protecting the most vulnerable.

“Individuals with low income is our priority. I am very happy to see positive changes happening in the lives of people within “Prosperous Villages”. It is wonderful to see changes in lives of gipsy community that live alongside with other representatives of other nationalities. I am sure that other regions of the country will also see equal opportunities for people,” said Fraser. 

In this regard, it is worth noting that Altinkul is not the first village built for the most vulnerable communities in Uzbekistan. Two years ago, new houses were built for Tajik living community in “Tong Yulduzi” village in Chinaz district. Similar projects initiated by the head of state in the Republic of Karakalpakstan, Andijan region, Manas village in Jizzakh region, Gagarin city in Mirzachul district and other parts of Uzbekistan. Currently, a makhalla neighboring to Almazar is witnessing construction of additional 400 houses specifically built for those vulnerable, persons with disabilities and families that lost breadwinners.

Foreign diplomats were impressed by the factory in Altinkul that became a workplace for women living in the community. Now, they have opportunity to pay their rent for housing. Representatives of international organizations also got acquainted with samples of finished products manufactured at the factory. They praised the working conditions and product quality.

OSCE Project Coordinator in Uzbekistan John MacGregor said that Altinkul is one of the examples of wide-scale reforms in the country.

“It is gratifying that the country is paying attention to the interests of small nations and nationalities. Noteworthy that these people feel the difference which makes them believe in themselves; it gives them hope that their children and grandchildren have bright future. Not only they have a house, but also a workplace. The factory we have been to provides 500 jobs for women and girls that is close to European standards. The attention, good living conditions and a job are key factors of a sustainable life. I would like to commend these efforts,” said MacGregor.

It is worth noting that in December 2019 in Geneva at a meeting of the 100th session of the UN Committee on the Elimination of Racial Discrimination, the delegation of Uzbekistan, led by the director of the National Center for Human Rights A. Saidov, presented a report on the implementation of the provisions of the Convention on the Elimination of All Forms of Racial Discrimination.

Foreign diplomats expressed a common opinion on the importance of continuing efforts that reflect priorities of the head of state’s policy as well as tolerance and understanding in Uzbekistan.

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Legislative Chamber of Oliy Majlis approved government’s proposal on Uzbekistan joining Eurasian Economic Union as an observer

Legislative Chamber of Oliy Majlis approved government’s proposal on Uzbekistan joining Eurasian Economic Union as an observer

On Tuesday, April 28, Legislative Chamber of Oliy Majlis (parliament) approved the proposal of the Cabinet of Ministers on Uzbekistan’s participation in Eurasian Economic Union (EAEU) on an observer status.

132 out of 150 deputes participated in voting: 86 in favor, 32 against, 14 abstained.

Now, the Senate of Oliy Majlis of Uzbekistan has to review the issue of cooperation with EAEU.

Back in March, the government of Uzbekistan approved the proposal for cooperation with the EAEU as an observer state and sent it to Parliament for consideration. The decision was made following the study of 16 major sectors of the economy, as well as the streamlining of customs tariffing and foreign trade policy, labor migration, standardization and veterinary medicine, sanitary and phytosanitary inspection and other issues.

Plans of acquisition of an observer status in EAEU was shared by the President of Uzbekistan during his Address to Oliy Majlis. In it, he noted that cooperation with EAEU wouldn’t mean the loss of independence.

The head of state said that “final decision on Uzbekistan’s membership should meet people’s interests” and Parliament is the body to review the proposal.

“Dunyo” IA