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Bukhara resident detained for allegedly taking nearly $20,000 with false promises of jobs in Germany.Law enforcement agencies in Bukhara region have detained a suspect who allegedly defrauded three local citizens by promising to secure them employment in Germany, according to the Department for Combating Economic Crimes under the Prosecutor General’s Office.👉 https://kun.uz/en/81082368Telegram | Instagram | Youtube

Criminal investigation launched into child torture allegations at Tashkent private kindergartenThe Ministry of Preschool and School Education has initiated legal proceedings to revoke the operating license of Rayyan Kids Land, a private preschool in Tashkent, following graphic evidence of physical and psychological abuse against children.📹👉 https://kun.uz/en/09008196Telegram | Instagram | Youtube

“All operators are busy” – Uzbekistan tackles long wait times on hotlinesThe Competition Promotion and Consumer Protection Committee of Uzbekistan has raised formal concerns over growing public dissatisfaction regarding extended wait times on institutional hotlines. Citizens routinely encounter continuously busy short numbers, prolonged queue durations, and dropped connections right before speaking with a representative.👉 https://kun.uz/en/14440076Telegram | Instagram | Youtube

Uzbekistan ranks 123rd globally, second in Central Asia in new passport indexUzbekistan has been positioned at 123rd internationally in the newly released Global Passport Index 2026, published by the consulting firm Global Citizen Solutions. Unlike traditional passport rankings that focus exclusively on travel privileges, this comprehensive index evaluates countries across three core parameters: travel mobility, investment attractiveness, and overall quality of life.👉 https://kun.uz/en/54019433Telegram | Instagram | Youtube

Gold export slump drives Uzbekistan's overall exports lowerUzbekistan suspended its gold exports in May 2026, leading to a broader decline in the country’s overall export volumes during the first five months of the year, according to data from the National Statistics Committee.👉 https://kun.uz/en/45637370Telegram | Instagram | Youtube

Businesses in Uzbekistan accelerate AI and cybersecurity investment to gain competitive edgeBusinesses in Uzbekistan and neighboring countries are ramping up investments in cybersecurity and artificial intelligence, shifting from a cautious approach to aggressively scaling innovations. According to the Tech Report 2026 by the international consulting firm KPMG, regional enterprises are heavily prioritizing technology to secure a market advantage.👉 https://kun.uz/en/63168664Telegram | Instagram | Youtube

Tashkent region jumps from seventh to third in population after census revisionThe latest census results in Uzbekistan have revealed a discrepancy of 810,000 people between the registered population figures and current demographic statistics. According to an analysis by Kun.uz, the vast majority of this difference, some 602,000 people, is concentrated solely in Tashkent region.👉 https://kun.uz/en/25653167Telegram | Instagram | Youtube

Fergana tax authorities block UZS 125.4 billion in fraudulent VAT claims after uncovering fake trade schemeTax authorities in Fergana region have uncovered a massive fraudulent scheme designed to illegally claim billions of soums in consumer cashbacks using fictitious value-added tax (VAT) transactions. The total amount of artificially generated VAT intercepted during the operation reached UZS 125,400,000,000.👉 https://kun.uz/en/33336184Telegram | Instagram | Youtube

Uzbekistan's trade deficit widens to $7.5 billion as exports fall and imports surgeUzbekistan’s foreign trade turnover reached $32.8 billion during the first five months of 2026, marking a 3.7 percent increase compared to the same period in 2025.👉 https://kun.uz/en/63798726Telegram | Instagram | Youtube

World Bank approves $100 million to upgrade primary education in UzbekistanThe World Bank’s Board of Executive Directors has approved a major financial package for the government of Uzbekistan aimed at elevating learning outcomes in primary schools across six regions and equipping students with foundational skills for future employment.👉 https://kun.uz/en/34636677Telegram | Instagram | Youtube

Uzbekistan to subsidize cotton clusters and accelerate VAT refundsPresident Shavkat Mirziyoyev has signed a decree introducing additional support measures for the national cotton-textile industry, aimed at easing financial burdens and encouraging high-value processing.👉 https://kun.uz/en/42280126Telegram | Instagram | Youtube

Competition Committee classifies VFS Global and Vizametric as dominant in Uzbekistan's visa services marketThe Competition Promotion and Consumer Protection Committee has officially recognized VFS Global Services UBKN LLC and Vizametric LLC as holding dominant positions in the country’s outbound visa services market.👉 https://kun.uz/en/91903803Telegram | Instagram | Youtube

Census shows far fewer people live in apartment buildings than previously estimatedPreliminary results from the national census have revealed a significant discrepancy between previous utility sector estimates and the actual housing distribution of the population, showing that far fewer people live in multi-apartment buildings than previously claimed.👉 https://kun.uz/en/60682913Telegram | Instagram | Youtube

Uzbekistan and US military officials map out 2026–2027 military cooperationA delegation from US Army Central (ARCENT), led by Major General Michael J. Leeney, met with senior officials of Uzbekistan's National Guard to outline bilateral defense initiatives.👉 https://kun.uz/en/11369026Telegram | Instagram | Youtube

Ministry investigates private Tashkent kindergarten over systemic child abuse allegationsA private preschool in Tashkent is facing intense scrutiny following allegations that educators have been systematically mistreating young children. Surveillance footage obtained from the Rayan Kids kindergarten, located in the Uchtepa district, reveals multiple instances of physical abuse and severe disciplinary measures used against crying children.👉 https://kun.uz/en/12512160Telegram | Instagram | Youtube