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New terminal opens at
Bukhara airport
October 31, 2011
New passenger terminal opened at Bukhara
international airport on 31 October.
The representatives of the Bukhara regional administration,
Uzbekistan Airways national air company and other structures
participated in the opening ceremony of the terminal. The director
of the airport T.Bakhranov was presented a symbolic key.
The speakers at the ceremony noted that the construction of the
airport and its infrastructure was carried out with consideration
of the modern requirements to international airports. |
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The new terminal will function round the clock and provides optimal
conditions for the passengers coming and leaving the city.
The capacity of the airport is 400 passengers per hour, which is
almost three times more than previously. It has VIP and CIP halls, a
room for mothers with small children, a medical room, ticket sales and
currency exchange offices, a post office and duty free shops.
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Bukhara airport today serves not only regular
flights, but also a growing number of charter flights with
tourists from many countries.
According to Uzbekistan Airways, in January-September the airport
served 1,914 outgoing flights, carrying over 74,000 passengers,
which is 19% more than planned.
The airport was granted the itnernational status in 1999. In 2008,
2009 and 2010, the airport was named the best CIS airport in its
category by the “Airport” international association. |
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Abdulla
Tangriyev becomes judo world champion
October 31, 2011
Abdulla Tangriyev from Uzbekistan won the world champion title in the
absolute weight category at the Judo World Championship held in Tyumen,
Russia.
The winner of the Beijing Olympic Games, Tangriyev defeated Kirill
Beletskiy from Ukraine, Mathieu Torel from France, Hiroki Tachiyama
from Japan and in the semifinal Kim Sung Min from South Korea.
In the final fight, the Uzbek athlete won over the Barn Bor, European
judo championship winner from Hungary, and won the gold medal of the
championship.
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Uzbekistan wins six medals at Asian rowing championship
October 31, 2011
Athletes of Uzbekistan won one gold, three silver and two bronze
medals at the Asian rowing championship held in South Korea.
The boat team of Abubakr Uzakboyev, Zafar Usmanov, Abdurasul
Muhamadiyev and Ernazar Hamidullayev won the gold medal.
In singles, leader of the youth team of Uzbekistan Abubakr Uzakboyev
won silver medal. In pairs competition, Ernazar Hamidullayev and Zafar
Usmanov won the third place.
Among adults, Ruslan Naurzaliyev and Vyacheslav Didrikh came second in
pairs, and Artyom Kurdyashov was first in singles.
In the women’s competitions, Natalya Bogitova won the bronze medal.
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Nasaf wins AFC Cup
October 29, 2011
Nasaf football club (Karshi, Uzbekistan) for the
first time in the history of Uzbek football won the main prize of
the Asian Football Confederation Cup.
In the final, held in Karshi, Nasaf beat Kuwait SK with 2-1.
The first goal in the 63rd minute was scored by Ilhom Shomurodov.
Two minutes later Andrey Perepletkins made the second goal.
The only return goal was made in the 68th minute by Boris Kabi. |
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Thus, Nasaf became the first club of Uzbekistan, which won the
continental football tournament.
The AFC awarded Nasaf with the Fair-play prize, while Ivan Boskovic,
who scored 10 goals during the cup, was named the best goal-scorer of
the tournament.
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Cabinet of
Ministers of Uzbekistan holds session
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October 27, 2011
The Cabinet of Ministers of Uzbekistan held a
session on 27 October to consider a number of important financial,
economic and program documents on the development of the country
for the next year: the forecast of key macroeconomic indicators,
the concept of tax and budget policy, the draft state budget and
the Program of job creation and employment of the population. |
The government analyzed and approved the proposals of the central
economic and financial bodies on the forecast macroeconomic indicators
for 2012, which envisage preservation of the steady and stable GDP
growth, volumes of industrial production, agriculture, investments and
service sphere.
It was noted that the concept of tax and budget policy and the draft
state budget stipulate implementation of measures aimed at further
positive changes in the living conditions and standards, increasing
the wages of state-financed employees, pensions, allowances and
stipends, as well as stimulating domestic demand as a key factor for
sustainable economic growth.
Measures to stimulate production of consumer goods, including through
extending tax benefits previously provided to manufacturers, expansion
of road construction and rural housing construction were also
discussed.
To support the accelerated development of small and private businesses
in industry is planned to reduce the uniform tax payment from 6% to 5%
for micro firms and small enterprises These and other measures
included in the concept of tax policy will lead to reduction of the
tax burden on the country’s economy by 0.7 percentage points in 2012.
The Cabinet approved the macroeconomic parameters forecast, the main
directions of tax and budget policy and the draft state budget of
Uzbekistan for 2012. These documents will be sent to the Legislative
Chamber of the Oliy Majlis of Uzbekistan.
The government also considered the results of the activities to create
new jobs in the current year and the draft Program of jobs creation
and providing employment for 2012.
During January-September 2011, 815,500 new workplaces were created in
the country, including 512,400 in rural areas. The highest employment
rates were recorded in construction, communal and service spheres,
trade and catering, transport and communications.
The 2012 program is based on the analysis and assessment of needs in
the workplaces in the labor market, taking into account demographic
factors and the continuing structural reforms in the economy. A
particular attention in the program is paid to employment of youth,
primarily graduates of professional colleges.
The draft employment program envisages creation of additional 967,500
new jobs next year, including through creation of new and expansion of
existing production facilities, development of industrial, social and
market infrastructure, small business and private entrepreneurship and
expansion of home working, as well as restoration of inactive
companies.
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International
Industrial Fair held in Tashkent
| October 26, 2011
The fifth International Industrial Fair and Cooperation
Exchange is underway in Tashkent. |
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On the second day of the forum, organized in accordance with the
Decree of President Islam Karimov “On measures to further enhance
cooperation within and among industries” of 12 November 2007,
presentations of the leading industries of Uzbekistan took place.
17 presentations were scheduled for Wednesday, prepared by
representatives of the power and construction industries, automotive
and transportation sectors, as well as Kashkadarya and Surkhandarya
regions and the Republic of Karakalpakstan.
The stand of the state joint-stock railway company Uzbekistan Railways
attracts visitors with its large exposition. Here products and
services of enterprises included in the structure of the company are
presented.
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Among them are Uztemiryolmashtamir, which
specializes in modernization and rehabilitation of locomotives and
repairs of freight cars, Andijan Mechanical Plant and Casting and
Mechanical Plant, which construct and repair covered cars, as well
as the Tashkent Plant for Construction and Repair of Coaches.
The main exhibit of the Uzbekistan Railways stand, attracting
general attention, is the scaled-down model of the recently
launched high-speed train Afrosiyob. |
Automobile roads play an important role in the socioeconomic
development of Uzbekistan. Each year, Uzavtoyol company constructs and
reconstructs approximately 1,800 km of roads.
The company participated in the recent reconstruction of runways at
Navoi and Nukus airports, as well as earlier construction of
Navoi-Uchkuduk-Nukus and Tashguzar-Baysun-Kumkurgan railway lines and
combined road and rail bridge over the Amudarya river.
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range of enterprises producing products at the highest
international standards, and capable to flexibly and quickly
reconfigure for manufacture of new products.
This was demonstrated in the presentation of Uzavtosanoat.
The exposition of 28 companies included in Uzavtosanoat presented
at the forum demonstrated the potential of the automotive
industry, including in creation of import substituting products. |
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In particular, MAN AUTO Uzbekistan joint venture presented trucks,
trailers, mobile cranes and other machinery widely used in the
construction and industrial processes, metallurgy, logistics and
agriculture.
Samarkand Automobile Plant (SamAuto) presented eight most popular
machines, including the urban and suburban buses, garbage trucks, dump
trucks and others.
Presentation clearly demonstrated the company’s leading industries in
the country have a high scientific, technical and investment potential
and outlined a far-reaching prospects.
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Rustam Kasymjanov wins top
prize
October 26, 2011
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The Uzbek grandmaster Rustam Kasimdzhanov
(pictured above) won the top prize of the first Central Asian
Chess Cup held in Tashkent.
More than 50 athletes from Uzbekistan, Turkmenistan, Kazakhstan,
Afghanistan, Kyrgyzstan and Tajikistan participated in the
tournament organized under the auspices of the International Chess
Federation (FIDE) in cooperation with the Ministry of Culture and
Sports and the Chess Federation of Uzbekistan.
At the competition, which consisted of nine rounds, the fight for
the top prize went to the last game. Rustam Kasymjanov completed
the tournament without a defeat, gaining 7.5 points from 9
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The second place went to Kazakh grandmaster Pavel Kotsur, and the
third to another Uzbek chess player Begali Saidov.
Among women, all prizes were won by representative
of Uzbekistan. International category sports master Nafisa
Muminova (pictured above) won the gold medal, Hulkar Tohirjonova
became second and Irina Gevorkyan third.
The national team of Uzbekistan, which recorded the best score in
the tournament, was awarded the Central Asian Cup.
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Uzbekistan,
Azerbaijan expand cultural ties
October 26, 2011
The scientific-theoretical conference devoted to the
Uzbekistan-Azerbaijan cultural relations was held in Tashkent.
The event was organized by the Academy of Arts of Uzbekistan jointly
with the Institute of Architecture and Arts of the Academy of Sciences
of Azerbaijan and the Embassy of Azerbaijan in Uzbekistan.
The speakers at the forum said the friendly ties between Uzbekistan
and Azerbaijan in the field of culture were actively developing along
with trade, economic, political, scientific and educational spheres.
The representatives of Uzbekistan and Azerbaijan are regularly
participating in various art and culture festivals, forums and
exhibitions carried out in the two countries.
In particular, the musicians of Azerbaijan are regular and active
participants of the International Music Festival Sharq Taronalari held
in Samarkand biennially.
The peoples of Uzbekistan and Azeribaijan have a common literary
heritage, similar culture and arts. It is hard to find a person in
Azerbaijan who hasn’t read the works of Navoi or Babur, and in
Uzbekistan those who are not familiar with works of Nizami and Fuzuli.
The Azerbaijan Cultural Center named after Heydar Aliyev in Tashkent
serves to further strengthening of the friendly ties between the two
brotherly peoples, and for the progressive development of cultural
relations.
The conference participants listened to reports on the history,
current state and prospects of cultural ties between the two
countries, the classic musical traditions of the two nations,
cooperation among people of art, mutual cultural and spiritual ties.
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Uzbekistan and UN
expand cooperation
October 24, 2011
Tashkent hosted an event
dedicated to the United Nations Day. It was attended by members of the
Senate and the Legislative Chamber of the Oliy Majlis of Uzbekistan,
representatives of ministries and departments, NGOs and international
organizations.
Uzbekistan has established a mutually beneficial and equal partnership
with many countries in the world, as well as international
organizations, and the role of the country in the world community is
increasing. The relations of Uzbekistan with the United Nations have
been developing effectively.
President Islam Karimov in his address at the September 2010 plenary
session of the UN General Assembly on the Millennium Development Goals
made practical suggestions and recommendations on the topical issues
of global concern. In particular, the global community with great
interest listened to the information on the work carried out to meet
the Millennium Development Goals in Uzbekistan, the country’s
cooperation with the UN, processes taking place in Central Asia,
proposals to address issues of regional security and environment, and
practical suggestions to solve Afghanistan’s problems peacefully.
Uzbekistan actively cooperates with a number of UN agencies, including
the UN Development Programme, United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA),
UN Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC), the World Health Organization
(WHO), the United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF), the UNAIDS, the
UNESCO and others.
In cooperation with UNESCO, Uzbekistan held the celebrations of the
anniversaries of our ancestors and the country’s great cities with
historical and architectural heritage. The UNESCO World Cultural
Heritage List includes historical cities of Samarkand and Karshi, the
historic center of Bukhara, and the Ichan Kala complex in Khiva. The
national folklore traditions of Boysun were recognized by UNESCO as
masterpieces of the oral and intangible heritage of the human
civilization. The international music festival “Sharq Taronalari”
(Oriental Melodies) is also held in partnership with UNESCO.
“Uzbekistan has actively supported the UN Millennium Declaration of
2000, and over the past period has achieved stable progress in this
direction,” Anita Nirody, Resident Representative of the UNDP in the
country, said. “Programs in the social sphere, particularly in
education and health, implemented in Uzbekistan are an important
factor in the notable progress towards achieving the Millennium
Development Goals. Uzbekistan adopted the state plan of actions for
2011-2015 to accelerate the implementation of the MDGs. The UN
agencies operating in the country will continue to support Uzbekistan
in achieving these goals.”
An exhibition on the work of the United Nations was organized in the
framework of the celebrations.
Deputy Prime Minister of Uzbekistan, Minister of Foreign Affairs Elyor
Ganiev participated in the event.
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Young fashion
designers present their works
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October 24, 2011
The demonstration of
the models of young fashion designers “Underground” was held in
Tashkent in the framework of the Art Week Style.Uz 2011.
More than 20
designers and artists participated in the show.
On the same day, demonstration of collections created by leading
designers of Japan and Italy, as well as students and professors
of the South Korean Kimyun University Fashion College took place.
The Art Week Style.Uz opened on 23 October. Its organizer is Fund
“Forum of Culture and Arts of Uzbekistan”.
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Minitex.uz
exhibition held in Samarkand
October 24, 2011
The international exhibition of mini technologies Minitex.uz was held
in Samarkand. It was attended by companies from Uzbekistan, as well as
China and India.
The participants demonstrated equipment for processing agricultural
products, textile industry, water cleaning, construction materials
sector, metal and wood processing, agricultural machinery and other
items.
About 1,000 local entrepreneurship entities, as well as students of
universities and professional colleges had the opportunity to get
acquainted with the exhibits.
A business forum on use of the presented mini technologies and
cooperation with foreign companies was held within the exhibition.
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Art Week Style.Uz 2011 starts
| October 23, 2011
The Art Week Style.Uz 2011 opened in Tashkent
on 23 October. The organizer of the largest Central Asian creative
project is the Fund “Forum of Culture and Arts of Uzbekistan”.
The main goal of the annual Art Week is to demonstrate the
achievements in the field of national culture and arts,
familiarize the audience with the latest trends, and create
conditions for dialogue of artists, designers, craftsmen and
fashion people. |
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This year, Style.Uz is
being held under the slogan “Mix of dreams, colors and emotions”. It
includes a large number of activities in areas like art, music, modern
choreography, theater, film and design.
Among these events are the sixth Tashkent Biennale of Contemporary
Art, the International Theatre Festival Theatre UZ/2011, and the
International Contemporary Choreography and Sporting Plastic
Competition.
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Other events include concerts of world music
stars, art and photo exhibitions, young designers’ fashion show
“Underground”, various competitions and festivals, presentations
of new projects, charity events and even a business forum. The
Fund Forum will also present a Practical Encyclopedia on Civil
Society.
Representatives of world-known companies of fashion, design and
jewelry from around the world, design professors and specialists,
art scientists, artists and photographers, and many others have
arrived in Tashkent for the Art Week Style.Uz. |
Among the first events of Style.Uz 2011 are an exhibition of costumes,
jewelry and accessories by British designers, and a master class on
combining national traditions and modern trends in fashion by
specialists of London College of Fashion.
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Hillary Clinton: "Youth of Uzbekistan is talented and energetic"
October 23, 2011
US Secretary of State
Hillary Clinton, who was Uzbekistan on a working visit, familiarized
herself with the activities of the Women’s Health Center on 23
October.
This center has been providing highly qualified medical and diagnostic
care for women, developing and disseminating information materials to
the public on reproductive health issues, conducting training for
doctors, providing care for women of childbearing age, and preparing
pregnant women for childbirth and recovering their health.
The center has been effectively collaborating with the World Health
Organization, United Nations Population Fund, the US Agency for
International Development and other international organizations.
Familiarizing with the center, Hillary Clinton gave a high evaluation
to the system of service provided to women by highly qualified
doctors.
On the same day, the US Secretary of State visited the Uzbek-American
joint venture General Motors Powertrain Uzbekistan, which was recently
launched in Tashkent region.
This large enterprise, established in accordance with the decree of
the President of Uzbekistan Islam Karimov of 16 December 2008, is the
only plant producing automobile engines in the region.
The company will annually produce more than 200,000 units of
automobile engines not only for automobile companies of Uzbekistan,
but also for other enterprises belonging to the global network of GM.
The enterprise will begin mass production of engines in November.
“I am glad to have this opportunity to get acquainted with the
activities of this major new and very impressive plant,” said US
Secretary of State. “We have seen that the activities of this joint
venture is based on the most modern technologies. The plant is a clear
reflection of partnership between the companies of the US and
Uzbekistan. The enterprise will become a symbol of cooperation and
friendly relations between our countries. This company has been
designed in collaboration of American and Uzbek engineers and
architects, and constructed in compliance with the principles of
nature protection and responsibility before the local population,” she
noted.
The production process at General Motors Powertrain Uzbekistan will be
carried out by qualified Uzbek personnel. Over 1,000 new jobs will be
created here.
Hillary Clinton said that the activity of GM in Uzbekistan was
contributing not only to strengthening economic cooperation between
the US and Uzbekistan, but also to the expansion of economic relations
with the countries of South and Central Asia.
“Your country has a rich history in science and innovation. Uzbekistan
is the birthplace of many great scientists and thinkers, in particular
Al-Khorezmi, who is recognized worldwide as the “father of algebra”. I
also want to emphasize that today’s young people of Uzbekistan are
very talented and energetic,” she underlined.
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Kurash tournaments held in
Termez
October 23, 2011
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The 10th Hakim at-Termizi international
tournament in kurash for the prize of the President of Uzbekistan
and the 8th international kurash championship among adults
completed in Termez, Surkhandarya region.
Athletes from over 40 countries participated in the events, which
were devoted to the 20th anniversary of state independence of
Uzbekistan.
Grigory Rudelson from Israel, Nojat Rahmajozan from iran and
Shuhratjon Arslandov from Uzbekistan won the titles of the world
champions among men. |
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Gulmira Ismatova from Uzbekistan, Tserenkeaed Dorigoto from Mongolia
and Sevara Nishanbayeva from Kazakhstan became world champions among
women.
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Islam Karimov
meets US Secretary of State
October 22, 2011
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President of the Republic of Uzbekistan Islam
Karimov at the Oqsaroy October 22 met US Secretary of State
Hillary Clinton who is on working visit in our country.
Uzbekistan and the United States have accumulated a substantial
experience of productive dialogue on the wide range of issues to
bring about a qualitatively new phase of bilateral cooperation in
political, trade-economic, investment and humanitarian realms, in
the spirit of partnership and mutual understanding.
During the meeting with Hillary Clinton, President Islam Karimov
said he shares the US President’s belief that our countries should
continue to work together toward an even more robust partnership
built on principles of respect and confidence. |
In her turn, US Secretary of State expressed sincere gratitude for a
warm welcome and cordial hospitality, confirming the willingness of
her country to further the mutually advantageous cooperation with
Uzbekistan.
The high-ranking official of the American administration underscored
our nation’s constructive policy and pivotal significance in providing
for security and stability in the region. During the recent telephone
conversation, heads of the two states agreed that our countries share
an interest in building up interaction also in the context of regional
and international affairs. In this vein, Secretary Clinton conveyed
the United States gratefulness to President Islam Karimov for
Uzbekistan’s considerable assistance in addressing the Afghan crisis
and practical support for socio-economic reconstruction in
Afghanistan.
The parties exchanged views on issues pertaining to boosting the
dialogue between civil societies of the two countries.
An illustration of effective cooperation between the two nations is
the dynamically developing mutually gainful interaction in automotive
industry. GM Powertrain Uzbekistan joint venture, in particular,
equipped with cutting-edge technologies is practically prepared to
launch full time annual production of more than two hundred thousand
automobile engines meeting the latest environmental and technical
requirements.
A number of major American corporations are currently working to
implement extensive investment projects in Uzbekistan, including in
high-tech and innovative sectors.
Other issues of shared interest have also been discussed during the
meeting at the Oqsaroy.
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3.5
million tons of cotton harvested in Uzbekistan
| October 21, 2011
Over 3.5 million tons of cotton have been harvested in
Uzbekistan. More than 90% of the harvest is cotton of the highest
grade.
President of Uzbekistan Islam Karimov congratulated the country’s
farmers with fulfilling their contracts with the state.
“This year’s agricultural season was not easy. The vagaries of
spring weather, drought and shortages of water, as well as hot
summer threatened the future of the crop,” the head of the state
said. |
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“Temperatures above average annual norm in July and August, when the
cotton enters the stage of active development and accumulation of the
crop, invasion of various pests and increased incidence of plant
diseases caused many problems.
“However, we all know well, despite these hardships and thanks to
tireless work and persistence of our farmers, who have seen a lot in
their life, who treated literally every cotton bush with special care
and love, the yield was high,” Islam Karimov noted.
The President expressed deep gratitude to “hundreds of farms who
achieved previously unseen success thanks to their tireless work”.
Speaking about the season’s results, the head of the state highlighted
the growth of the income of the farms this year compared to the
previous year.
“According to preliminary calculations, gross income is expected to
exceed UZS 2.4 trillion, which is 25% more than last year,” Islam
Karimov said.
This will undoubtedly create huge opportunities for further
improvement of the villages and the whole country, construction of new
schools, lyceums and colleges, modern medical establishments,
children’s sports objects, social infrastructure and rural housing,
or, in short, for the further growth of the prosperity of the country
and its people, the President emphasized.
The demand for the Uzbek cotton on the world market is increasing, he
continued. This can be proved by the fact that the recent
International Uzbek Cotton and Textile Fair resulted in contracts for
sale of 650,000 tons of Uzbek cotton fiber with large foreign
companies.
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Nukus airport gets new runway
October 21, 2011
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New runway, which fully complies with
international standards, has been commissioned in Nukus airport (Karakalpakstan).
During the reconstruction, the airport area of 3,000 meters,
including the runway, was covered with a new asphalt concrete
surface. At the same time, the capital repairs of the airport
apron and aircraft parking space was also carried out. |
The UZS 17 billion worth reconstruction work was implemented the
northeast branch of Uzavtoyol, state joint-stock company for
construction and operation of highways. The project was created by
Aeroyolloyiha project organization.
The new runway is capable of receiving all types of aircrafts, which
will allow to increase the number of flights to and from Nukus
airport.
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SCO supreme courts
heads meet in Tashkent
October 21, 2011
The sixth session of the chairpersons of the supreme courts of the
Shanghai Cooperation Organization member states was held in Tashkent
on 18-20 October.
Chairman of the Supreme Court of Kazakhstan B.Beknazarov, vice
chairman of the Supreme People’s Court of China Zhang Jun, acting vice
chairperson of the Supreme Court of Kyrgyzstan K.Apaitova, chairman of
the Supreme Court of Russia V.Lebedev, first vice chairman of the
Supreme Court of Tajikistan A.Yusupov, chairman of the Supreme Court
of Uzbekistan B.Mustafayev and the Deputy Secretary General of the SCO
A.Nasyrov attended the meeting.
The session of the heads of the SCO supreme courts is a consultative
mechanism of interaction in the judicial and legal sphere within the
international organization.
The participants of the meeting, which was chaired by the Uzbek side,
exchanged experience in improvement of the mechanism of checks and
balances in the law enforcement and judicial bodies, as well as
development of the policy of liberalization and humanization of the
criminal and criminal proceedings legislation.
The heads of the delegations affirmed their intention to continue
cooperation among the supreme courts, including exchange of
information, documents and legal practice.
The meeting resulted in signing of the Joint Statement on the
perspectives of cooperation of the supreme judicial bodies of the SCO
member states.
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US Secretary of
State to visit Uzbekistan
October 21, 2011
Secretary of State of the
United States of America Hillary Clinton will pay a working visit to
Uzbekistan on 22-23 October.
During the visit, issues of expansion and deepening of the cooperation
between Uzbekistan and the US, as well as important problems of
regional and international character will be considered.
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International Kurash Association holds congress
October 21, 2011
The 12th congress of the
International Kurash Association was held in Tashkent Thursday. It was
attended by the members of the IKA Congress and the Executive
Committee, as well as regional kurash confederations.
President of IKA Komil Yusupov said the national wrestling kurash was
dynamically developing across all continents thanks to the initiative
and support of President of Uzbekistan Islam Karimov.
The congress was held on the eve of two large kurash events to be
hosted by Uzbekistan. On 22-23 October, Termez city will host the 10th
Hakim at Termizi international tournament for the prize of the
President of Uzbekistan and the eighth world championship among
adults.
The congress considered issues of further popularizing kurash
wrestling around the world, including high-level organization of the
tournaments included in the IKA calendar.
At the event, awards were issued for the 2010 Best tournament
(President’s Grand Prize in Bordeaux), Best technique (Abdulla
Tangriyev, Uzbekistan), Best championship (Fourth youth world
championship in India), Best federation (Indian Kurash Federation).
Yuma Saeki from Japan and Anthea Chase from the South African Republic
were named the Best kurash athletes of the year. Titles were also
awarded for the Best confederation, Best judge, Best journalist and
the Best kurash promoter.
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International
film forum opens in Tashkent
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October 20, 2011
The first Tashkent international film forum
“Golden Cheetah” opened in the capital of Uzbekistan on 19
October. The event is being held in the framework of the Art Week
Style.uz by the Fund “Forum of Culture and Arts of Uzbekistan” and
the Uzbekkino national agency.
Cinematographers from dozens of countries of Europe, Asia, Africa
and North and South America arrived in Tashkent for the festival,
which has a slogan “21st Century Civilization: Dialogue of
Cultures”. |
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The six main prizes of the forum – statues of the Golden Cheetah –
will be presented to winners of the contest in six nominations – the
best full and short-length films, best animation, best film director,
as well as the best male and female actors.
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The Tashkent film forum has a particular
importance, forum general director Akbar Hakimov said at the
opening ceremony.
It is the first international film event on such a high scale
in the new history of Uzbekistan, he stressed.
The aim of the forum is not only to showcase the best films
from around the world, but also revive the interest of the wide
public to the cinema and give a new boost to the further
development of the great potential the national cinema art has.
Filmmakers from almost 50 countries submitted applications to the
forum, and only 12 works were selected of 139 full-length, 15 each
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Among the contenders are a number of works of the Uzbek
cinematographers, including two-full length, two short and one
animated films.
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The festival opened
with the film “Under the Hawthorn Tree” by Zhang Yimou of China.
The Tashkent film forum programme includes demonstration of the
French animated films, short films project Non-Stop and the daily
Uzbek movies show.
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Uzbekistan's GDP
grows 8.2% in nine months
October 20, 2011
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The Cabinet of Ministers of Uzbekistan held a
session on 19 October to consider the results of the socioeconomic
development of the country in the first nine months of 2011.
In the reporting period, Uzbekistan retained macroeconomic
stability and high economic growth rates, the meeting said.
The country’s GDP increased by 8.2% in January-September,
industrial production grew by 7% and agriculture by 6.8%. |
The state budget was executed with a surplus of 0.4% to the GDP. The
inflation level was within the forecast. The growth of the export
volumes made up 21.4%.
The Cabinet considered the issue of harvesting cotton and preparation
of lands for the next season’s crops. Despite shortages of water this
year, timely agro-technical measures and rational use of water allowed
achieving high yields.
One of the issues on the agenda was implementation of investment
projects included in the Program of priorities of industrial
development for 2011-2015. It was noted that in January-September 828
new industrial objects were commissioned in food, light, chemical,
construction materials, machinery building and other industries.
The volume of attracted foreign investments made up USD 2.3 billion in
the nine months of the year.
The production of consumer goods increased by 11.4%, retail trade by
16.2% and paid services to the population by 14.2%.
The government also analyzed the realization of the Program of
development of infrastructure, and transport and communication
construction for 2011-2015.
5,966 new individual residential houses were commissioned in rural
areas in the reporting period. 2,194 km of water supply networks were
laid, including 1,934 in rural regions.
The total capital of commercial banks in the three quarters of 2011
increased 1.3 times year-on-year, while the volume of deposits in
banks grew 1.5 times.
The share of small business in the country’s GDP increased to 50.5%
compared to 48.5% at the end of September 2010. Industrial production
in small business increased by 26.5% and the small business sector’s
exports grew 1.6 times.
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Temurids History
Museum marks 15 years
October 19, 2011
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The State Museum of Temurids History, built on
the initiative of President Islam Karimov, marked 15 years since
opening in Tashkent.
The museum started working in 1996, the year when the 660th
anniversary of the great ruler Amir Temur was celebrated in
Uzbekistan.
The unique architectural solution of the museum reflects the rich
history and the present-day life of the country. The blue dome,
reminiscent of the grandeur of ancient mausoleums, reflects the
clear sky and the bright future. |
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On the outer wall of the building are carved words “Justice”,
“Enlightenment”, “Honour” and “Friendliness”, reflecting the just
policy of Amir Temur.
The museum is rich in exhibits, including rare items of antiquity,
showing the power of Amir Temur and the state of Temurids.
The museum has about 4,000 exhibits, including a number of unique
manuscripts relating to the period of Amir Temur and Temurids, silver
and copper coins, pottery items, fragments of architectural murals,
weapons and musical instruments.
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Every year, the museum fund is enriched with
new items found during archaeological excavations on the territory
of the country, as well as those presented by the people.
Additionally, consistent work is carried out to return the
cultural relics stored overseas to Uzbekistan.
One of the achievements of Amir Temur was development of
international trade and economic relations. In his letter to King
of France Charles VI, Amir Temur wrote: “Send your merchants to my
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We will meet them warmly, all show homage. We will also send our
merchants to your country. You also show them respect, ensuring they
do not face unnecessary obstacles. I have no other requirements for
you. For the world will prosper thanks to people of trade.”
Samples of frescoes of ancient buildings found in Shahrisabz and
Samarkand, despite the past 600 years, have preserved their original
appearance. Precious fabrics of those times, various items of gold,
silver and bronze prove that Amir Temur was not only a great
statesman, but also a patron of science, culture and crafts.
“Among the main activities of the museum are conducting extensive
research in the scientific, cultural and educational areas, as well as
organizing exhibitions and conferences, reflecting the enormous
contribution of the great Amir Temur and his dynasty to the world
science and culture,” said deputy director of the Temurids History
State Museum Surayyo Oljaboyeva. “In addition, the museum participated
with its rare exhibits in a number of international exhibitions in
France, USA, Germany and Australia.”
The museum is included in the list of unique research facilities of
Uzbekistan, helping scientists conduct research on topics related to
Temurids epoch.
Many high guests and official delegations visiting the country,
familiarize themselves with the State Museum of Temurids History along
with other sights of Tashkent.
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Grants allocated to NGOs
October 18, 2011
The Parliamentary Commission for managing the funds of the Public fund
for support of NGOs and other civil society institutions under Oliy
Majlis of Uzbekistan held a session to consider the results of two
grant competitions announced in 2011, and issues of implementation of
social projects.
The commission made a decision to support 46 projects of NGOs and
other civil society institutions in each of the two grants worth a
total of UZS 650 million.
The commission was established on the initiative of President to
ensure open, transparent, targeted and democratic distribution of
funds allocated from the state budget for the development of
non-government organizations.
To this year’s contest, announced within the State program “Year of
small business and private entrepreneurship”, about 90 NGOs and other
civil society institutions presented their projects. They cover areas
like small business and entrepreneurship development, encouragement of
innovative technologies in the production, creation of new jobs in
rural areas and others.
The second grant competition, announced for projects aimed at
upbringing harmoniously developed and independently thinking
generation, received 100 applications. They reflect problems of modern
professional training and employment of the young people, support of
young families, and promoting healthy lifestyle.
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Czech parliamentary delegation continues Uzbekistan visit
October 17, 2011
The members of the Czech
parliamentary delegation headed by the chairman of the Senate’s
Education, science, culture, human rights and petition committee
Jaromir Ermar visited the Legislative Chamber of the Oliy Majlis of
Uzbekistan on 17 October.
The sides considered the current state and perspectives of relations
between the higher legislative bodies of the two states.
They also discussed issues of expansion of cooperation in the fields
of science, education and culture.
On the same day, the Czech delegation held talks with the Ombudsman
Sayyora Rashidova and meetings at the Science Academy and the
Independent institute for monitoring the formation of the civil
society.
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Theatre.UZ/2011 festival
opens
October 17, 2011
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The second international theatre festival
Theatre.UZ/2011 opened in Tashkent on 17 October. The event has
been organized by the Ministry of culture and sport, Youth theatre
of Uzbekistan, Fund “Forum of culture and arts of Uzbekistan” and
the Uzbektheatre association.
The festival aims to familiarize the public and specialists with
the national theatre art and exchange opinions and experience.
Best theatre collectives from the Great Britain, Germany, Israel,
Ukraine, Azerbaijan and other countries are participating in the
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“I am happy to participate in the festival held in Uzbekistan, which
is known as the center of art and culture,” Sherman Cymru theatre
(Great Britain) director Phillip Mackenzie said. “Creative forums like
these bring new ideas and initiatives.”
Uzbekistan is represented by theatres like the Uzbek National Academic
Drama Theatre, State Academic Bolshoi Theatre named after Alisher
navoi, Youth Theatre and other theatres from all over the country.
In the framework of the festival, an international forum on the “Role
and place of Central Asian theatres in the world theatrical process.
20 years of free development” will be held.
The Theatre.UZ/2011 festival is being organized as part of the Art
Week Style.UZ 2011 and will last until 26 October.
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Interior Ministry opens human rights resource center
October 17, 2011
The Human Rights Protection Department of the Interior Affairs
Ministry of Uzbekistan opened the Human Rights Resource Center,
created jointly with the OSCE Projects Coordinator in Tashkent.
Ombudsman S.Rashidova, National Human Rights Center director A.Saidov,
deputy interior ministers A.Shodiyev and S.Nurmatov participated in
the opening of the center.
They said the norms of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights had
been reflected in the national legislation of Uzbekistan.
The Interior Ministry opened the Human Rights Protection Department in
September 2008. The structure works closely with the Ombudsman Office,
National Human Rights Center, Justice Ministry, General Prosecutor’s
Office, OSCE Projects Coordinator in Uzbekisttan, UNDP, International
Committee of the Red Cross and other organizations, implementing joint
projects.
The purpose of the setting up of the new center was to create
favorable conditions for use by the interior bodies personnel of the
international and national legislation and literature on the
protection of human rights and freedoms.
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Ichan Kala - hearth of
spirituality
October 14, 2011
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As a result of creative work, carried out under
the leadership of President Islam Karimov, Khiva also became one
of the world’s tourist destinations. For the last period, many
historical monuments, like the Ancient Ark, Tash Havli, and
Mausoleum of Pahlavan Mahmud were restored. At present, the work
in this direction continues sequentially.
Khiva, attracting tourists from all over the world, has over 100
architectural monuments. The State Museum-Reserve “Ichan Kala,”
listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site, is one of the most
prestigious museums in the world. |
Its appearance
transformed as a result of the work in connection with the 2,500-year
anniversary of Khiva and the 1,000th anniversary of Khorezm Mamun
Academy.
According to Director of “Ichan Kala” Batyr Davlatov, a special
attention is paid to the restoration of monuments of scientific and
historical importance, the discovery of expositions and exhibitions to
promote objective coverage of our rich history and restoration of
existing exhibits, reprint historical books, further strengthening in
the minds of our people the feelings of national pride and love for
the motherland.
The museum works closely with public schools, academic lyceums,
professional colleges, historical and architectural departments of
Urgench State University, Urgench branch of the Tashkent University of
Information Technologies and the Tashkent Medical Academy. With
participation of young people, it regularly hosts cultural and
educational activities that enrich students’ knowledge of our history,
great ancestors and rich cultural heritage, educating boys and girls
learn to respect and honor our past and devotion to the ideas of
independence.
The open-air museum in the form of an open lesson holds classes on the
subject of “History of Uzbekistan,” “Fundamentals of spirituality,” as
well as lectures on the history of Khorezm on the theme of “Museum and
School” and “Museum and Mahalla.”
Together with scientists of Khorezm Academy of Mamun and Japan’s Kyoto
University as well as the specialists of the Fund “Forum of Culture
and Arts of Uzbekistan,” the museum staff conducts research to monitor
the condition and preservation of historical and architectural
monuments, the main purpose of which is a deep study of ancient
archaeological sites, historical documents and their wide promotion.
Museum concluded cooperation agreements with 32 travel agencies in the
world. It also gives due attention to the provision of exemplary
service to foreign guests. Information about the tourism potential of
the city is regularly placed on the website of the museum.
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Delegation
of Czech parliament visits Uzbekistan
October 13, 2011
A meeting with the members of the delegation of Czech parliament,
headed by the Chairman of Committee on Education, Science, Culture,
Human Rights and Petitions of the Senate of the Czech Republic Jaromir
Ermar, was held at the Senate of Oliy Majlis of Uzbekistan.
During the talks the parties noted that cooperation between Uzbekistan
and the Czech Republic was developing in many spheres, including
parliamentarism. An important legal basis in this case the
arrangements reached during meetings of heads of two states.
The sides discussed the issues of further development of
inter-parliamentary cooperation between Uzbekistan and the Czech
Republic. The delegation members were acquainted with the activities
of the bicameral parliament of Uzbekistan.
Later that day, members of the Czech delegation held meetings at the
Ministries of Education, Cultural Affairs and Sports of the Republic
of Uzbekistan and the National Center for Human Rights of Uzbekistan.
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International Film Forum to be held in Tashkent
October 13, 2011
Tashkent International Film Forum “Golden Cheetah” will be held on
19-25 October in the capital of Uzbekistan. It is being organized by
the Fund “Forum of Culture and Arts of Uzbekistan” and the Uzbekkino
National Agency.
“The aim of the first Tashkent International Film Forum “Golden
Cheetah” is to create opportunities for understanding the complex
processes in modern cinema, as well as acquaint the Uzbek audience
with the best new works in the world cinema,” said art historian Akbar
Khakimov. “Filmmakers from almost 50 countries expressed desire to
join the project “Civilization of the 21st century: dialogue of
cultures”.”
It is expected that the Film Forum, to be held under the slogan “Human
stories: philosophy of feelings”, will bring together best filmmakers,
producers, actors, critics and screenwriters from Germany, France,
Russia and Lithuania.
Full and short length films, documentaries, as well as animated films
made in the USA, Argentina, Belgium, Bulgaria, Poland, Romania, Great
Britain, Iceland, Sweden, Norway, South Korea, Iran and other
countries will be presented to the audience.
The events planned during the film festival include the program of
animated films of Germany and France, the project “Panorama of modern
Uzbek cinema”, the program “Non stop” (best short films from different
countries) and others.
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International
cotton and textile fair opens
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The seventh International Uzbek Cotton and Textile Fair,
organized on the initiative of President Islam Karimov, started in
Tashkent on 12 October. |
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The topic of the fair is “Cotton and textile: new
perspectives”.Representatives of the cotton and textile industries, as
well as cotton traders from all over the world, have gathered to
discuss the trends on the market, get acquainted with the cotton
industry of Uzbekistan and conclude direct contracts for purchase of
cotton fiber and ready products.
At the opening of the fair, it was noted that the development of
Uzbekistan’s economy over the 20 years of independence has proved the
correctness of the Uzbek model of reforms.
Over the past years, the country’s GDP in purchasing power parity rose
3.5 times, the volume of industrial production 3 times and exports
almost 30 times. Uzbekistan is consistently expanding its
participation in the international economic relations.
In the conditions of the world economic crisi, the economy of
Uzbekistan proved its reliability and resistance to external negative
influences. The implementation of the timely adopted Anti-crisis
program has provided opportunities for accelerated modernization of
the industry.
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Uzbekistan is one of the leaders of the world
cotton market, ranking third largest exporter of cotton. The
geography of supplies of Uzbek cotton is continuiously expanding –
including due to the growing interest from the South-East and
South Asia, where the textile industry is rapidly developing.
The number of participants of the Uzbek cotton fair has been
increasing from year to year, from about 170 trading and textile
companies in 2005 to over 660 representatives of 330 companies
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different regions of the world. It is noteworthy that constantly
expands geography of supplies – including due to the growing interest
in cooperation with Uzbekistan South-East and South Asia, where the
rapidly developing textile industry.
“Long-term analysis of supply and demand on the world cotton market
shows that Uzbekistan is one of its largest participants,” said
president of the International Cotton Association Ray Butler. “The
potential of the country in this area is constantly increasing. The
textile industry is also rapidly developing. The approach that focuses
on export of products with high added value increases the efficiency
of the national economy.”
Today, Uzbekistan produces a wide range of quality products from own
cotton, which is also in demand abroad. At the last year’s fair, apart
from contracts for purchase of cotton fiber, contracts worth over USD
500 million were signed for export of products of textile enterprises.
Cotton production in Uzbekistan is developing on the basis of
improvement of agricultural technologies, introduction of new cotton
types and modernization of processing industry. A number of fast
breeding cotton types with higher yield and long fiber have been
developed, which are resistant to pests and climatic conditions of
different regions of the country.
At the cotton fair, more than 800 samples of all parties of fiber
produced in this season by cotton plants of Uzbekistan are presented.
Each bale put up for sale has a quality certificate issued by Sifat,
cotton fiber certification authority.
The participants of the forum will be able to get acquainted with the
cotton industry by visiting Yangiyul cotton processing plant and
Tashkent-Tola cotton terminal in Tashkent region, as well as UzTex
joint venture in Tashkent.
Prime Minister of Uzbekistan Shavkat Mirziyoyev spoke at the opening
ceremony of the International Uzbek Cotton and Textile Fair.
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Uzbekistan adopts Action Plan on cooperation with International Labour
Organization
October 12, 2011
With a view to fulfilling the obligations assumed under the
International Labour Organization (ILO) on March 25, 2011, Uzbekistan
established an Inter-Agency Working Group (IAWG) for preparing and
presenting information on fulfilling the ILO conventions ratified by
Uzbekistan.
The IAWG includes the representatives of Ministry of Labour and Social
Protection, Trade and Industry Chamber, Federation of Unions of
Uzbekistan, as well as the Farmer’s Association, National Center for
Human Rights, Ministry of Justice, Ministry of Internal Affairs,
Ministry of Education, Ministry of higher and secondary special
education, Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Ministry of Healthcare,
Women’s Committee, “Kamolot” Public Youth Movement.
On September 7, 2011, the IAWG approved an Action plan on cooperation
with the ILO for the period of 2011-2012. The plan includes 34 events,
which aim to enhance the effectiveness of measures on fulfilling
Uzbekistan’s commitments under the ILO, raise the public awareness on
Uzbekistan’s commitments and strengthen public control.
The action plan also envisions:
- holding of a round table with participation of the member of Uzbek
parliament on “ILO conventions and recommendations, issues of their
implementation into legal system of Uzbekistan”;
- enhancing the activities of state authorities and the institutes of
civil society with NGOs and international organizations with a view to
strict fulfillment and effective implementation of the ILO conventions
ratified by Uzbekistan;
- introducing in the programs of general, secondary-specialized and
higher education a course on studying the laws on struggling against
the worst forms of child labour;
- elaboration of joint comprehensive Action plan of Trade and Industry
Chamber, Farmer’s association on the issues of participation of
employers in fulfilling the ILO conventions on child labour;
- elaboration of systemic measures on ensuring a public control by the
union organizations over meeting the requirements of the ILO
conventions;
- raising the awareness of farmers with respect to complying with
legislation in employing persons below 18 years of age.
- regular interaction with diplomatic corps in Tashkent and the
accredited offices of international organizations for wide media
coverage of Uzbekistan’s fulfillment of the ratified ILO conventions.
On September 16, 2011 a meeting with the chief of UNICEF office in
Uzbekistan J.M.Delmot took place at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of
Uzbekistan. At the meeting Mr. Delmot was apprised that the Uzbek side
stands ready to assist the UNICEF office in overseeing the process of
engaging the children in cotton harvesting works in any region of
Uzbekistan upon UNICEF’s choice.
Uzbekistan does not have legislative, economic or social conditions
and prerequisites for using child labour and its forms related to the
“worst forms of child labour”
Since the first days of independence Uzbekistan started building a
legal framework which would meet the modern requirements and
universally recognized international principles. Adoption of the
Constitution with enshrining in it the entire gamut of human rights
and freedoms was the first step in this direction. Convention on child
rights was one of the international acts which Uzbekistan joined
(December 9, 1992) right after the adoption of its Constitution.
In 2008 parliament of Uzbekistan ratified two most important ILO
conventions namely: No. 138 “Minimum Age for Admission to Employment”
and No. 182 “Prohibition and Immediate Action for the elimination of
the worst forms of child labour.”
Convention No. 138 states that the minimum age for admission to
employment is the age of graduation fro, secondary school but not less
than 15 years of age.
According to the laws of Uzbekistan the minimum age for employment is
16 years of age. With a view to preparing the youth for a full time
employment those who reached 15 years of age can be employed upon
written consent of one of their parents.
The state in Uzbekistan has been enormously contributing to the
observance of child and youth rights. Being among the top 4 producers
of cotton in the world, Uzbekistan is the only country who joined the
basic conventions of ILO in the sphere of child rights protection.
Public expenses to social sphere grew 5 times during the years of
independence of Uzbekistan. Annually nearly 60 percent of state budget
goes to developing healthcare, education, improvement of utilities,
social protection and other spheres.
Presently the system of education meets all international standards.
Annually 10-12 percent of GDP goes to the sphere of education while
globally it does not exceed 3-5 percent. Uzbekistan has implemented a
unique National Program for Cadre Training, since 2009 the 12 year
mandatory education system was put in place in the country. More than
1,600 modern professional colleges and lyceums have been established.
Yet another notable fact is that for over the 20 years of independence
child and maternal mortality in the country fell 3 times which is a
vivid evidence of a great attention paid to children, their healthcare
and observance of their right to a qualified medical service. UNICEF
in its turn recognized Uzbekistan as a regional model in child and
maternity protection.
Measures taken by Uzbekistan have been praised by international bodies
such as the UN, as well as independent structures. Recently published
report of “Save the children” international organization says that
Uzbekistan secured 9th place among 161 countries in the sphere of
child healthcare.
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Pressing forward with
virtuous deeds
October 12, 2011
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President of the Republic of Uzbekistan Islam
Karimov visited Ferghana region 11 October to evaluate the course
of socio-economic reforms, innovative and beautification works
undertaken in this part of the country.
With its natural riches, modern industrial and communications
capacities, socio-economic infrastructure, and copious labor
resources, Ferghana region wields exceptional role in the overall
development of our homeland.
The province’s remarkable capacities have been
adroitly cashed in for the good of the nation during independence
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The hard-working, hospitable and cordial Ferghanians have been making
a meaningful input into such a gracious enterprise as consolidation of
our independence and socio-economic advancement. Far-reaching
constructive and beautification works have been steadfast in this
region like elsewhere across the nation. The appearance of towns and
villages has been transforming, modern enterprises are being built,
wide and even roads been laid, new education and healthcare
institutions erected, as have sports facilities and public parks.
Gross regional product in the first half of this year grew by 105.8%,
along with steady expansion of industrial manufacture and consumer
goods production.
The head of state began his trip to the region with a stopover in
Oltiariq district, at a specialized enterprise for loner-term and
quality storage of agricultural goods. Our blessed land is renowned
for nature’s generous endowment – fruits and vegetables. The cardinal
reforms undertaken in agriculture and the favorable conditions for
exporting the agricultural products have been encouraging for farmers
to boost their incomes. Set up in 2010, this venture boasts
refrigerators to store two tons of agricultural goods.
Owing to cutting-edge Italian technologies, these refrigerators
maintain temperatures stable to allow for prolonged storage of fruits
and vegetables without affecting the quality. The enterprise is
critical in receiving and export of goods produced by farmers of the
district.
During the tour of this facility, Uzbekistan’s leader stressed the
need for an innovative approach to further expansion of localization
in reprocessing the harvested yield. After all, reprocessing and
exporting such goods will facilitate elevation of our farmers’ income
several times over, creation of new jobs, growth in the incomes of
local population, rise in the currency inflow.
Thus, of particular importance are the new ventures equipped with
state-of-the-art technologies to reprocess fruits and vegetables,
produce goods with added value.
President Islam Karimov traveled to Fayz farmer entity in Uchkuprik
district and conversed with advanced farmers. The head of state noted
in particular that farmers have come to be seen as fulcrums of not
only the economic and social life of the country, but also in the
political realm.
The considerable effects of the expanding farmer movement in
Uzbekistan are brightly reflected in the new accomplishments made in
the agrarian sector. Some seven thousand farmer entities in Ferghana
region produce fruits, vegetables and melons, livestock goods along
with cotton and grain cultivation. Their endeavors have been
significant in furthering the industrial production in rural areas and
creating new jobs.
The Ferghana cotton cultivators’ endeavors are directed currently at
timely harvesting this year’s crop. Fayz farmer entity led by Vohidjon
Melikuziev has achieved high indicators in grain and cotton growing.
The farm members have cultivated Sulton sort of cotton on the 31
hectares of land and yielded 135 tons of harvest, beating the contract
obligation. The incomes have allowed for increases in salaries, their
material support, and assistance to low-income families.
President of Uzbekistan suggested that farmers need not confine
themselves to cultivation and grain and cotton, but try to reprocess
the agricultural goods.
During the conversation, Islam Karimov expounded on issues related to
creating and seeding new species of cotton of early ripening variety
and affording quality fiber, ones that would meet the soil-climatic
conditions of the region. The head of state enquired into the opinion
of farmers about the cardinal transformation in the looks of villages
complying with requirements of modern architecture, about the
wide-ranging housing construction for rural residents built on model
designs.
It was stated in particular that owing to strides made on this front,
the people’s worldview has been changing with growing inspiration for
comfortable life.
Ferghana is a major industrial region of the country. A large number
of modern industrial enterprises have been functioning efficiently in
this province. They are famed also beyond the borders of Uzbekistan
with their economic capacities, quality produce, highly proficient
specialists and are critical in the economic development of not merely
the region, but also Uzbekistan as a whole.
President Islam Karimov traveled then to Kokand to familiarize with
the work of Indorama Kokand Textile, an Uzbek-Singaporean joint
venture.
As a result of this project worth more than USD 43 million, the
quality combing compact yarn meeting international standards is
produced here from Uzbek fiber. Outfitted with latest Swiss and
Japanese technologies and equipment, the enterprise reprocesses
9,000-10,000 tons of cotton a year and produces 7,000 tons of
high-quality yarn. The world-market demand for this produce has been
growing, facilitating exports to Spain, Belgium, France, Italy,
Turkey, Brazil, Argentina, Peru, Venezuela, Dominican Republic and
Bangladesh.
The foreign investors said during the talk at the mill that the Uzbek
cotton is celebrated around the globe with its high quality, micro-neur
indicators, and whiteness and enjoys considerable demand. They
underscored the mounting interest by international business circles in
investing into Uzbek economy and establishing joint business, owing to
the encouraging investment climate created in our country.
The foreign partners are
said to have admired the notable human resources of Uzbekistan,
especially the Uzbek youth commanding comprehensive knowledge and
skills, their abilities to swiftly and perfectly grasp any high-tech
production technologies. The larger part of the 300 people working at
this factory is made up by young people.
Islam Karimov inquired into the labor conditions and opportunities for
younger generation at the venture.
The head of Uzbekistan familiarized with wide-ranging creative and
constructive efforts embarked on in Kokand.
The town has been attaining an absolutely novel appearance thanks to
the immense imaginative work carried out under the leadership of
President Karimov. During his trip to Kokand in 2009, our leader gave
recommendations to transform and perfect the make-up of the city
cashing in the achievements of contemporary architecture and
traditions of national architecture. Resolutions by President of the
Republic of Uzbekistan on action plan to radically improve Kokand’s
architectural appearance and infrastructure, on additional measures to
industrial advancement of the city, on its landscaping have served as
vital guide for action on this front.
As an outcome of relevant efforts, modern buildings downtown, on Urda
square in particular, have replaced the old ones.
Islam Karimov gave a high appreciation of the extensive creative work
carried out on Urda square and said that this site has turned into a
magnificent center for culture and rest for locals and guests.
Uzbekistan’s leader offered recommendations on perpetuating the
historical monuments testifying to the rich legacy of Kokand, on
planting trees and flowers in due consideration of climatic
circumstances of the city.
President Islam Karimov traveled also along Istiqlol Street, reviewed
the perceptive works undertaken in Jome memorial complex, spoke with
local residents.
“All such major projects are directed at reaching a single goal, that
is, boosting the economy of our country, in Kokand in particular,
fostering the wellbeing of our people,” Islam Karimov said.
“We are all glad that the people of Ferghana region, including Kokand,
live with such gracious dreams and aspirations, with a firm confidence
in the bright future. The steadfast continuation of noble deeds
started by us is our constant task.”
Only a sound people, a healthy generation is capable of building a
great nation. The educational and enlightenment institutions, sports
palaces, music schools, youth centers erected on President’s
initiative serve to nurture a comprehensively advanced posterity.
These issues came to forefront again during Islam Karimov’s visit to
Children’s Sports Complex in constructed in Kokand and his
conversation with youths.
This marvelous sports palace built for funds earmarked by Children’s
Sports Development Foundation under the Ministry of Public Education,
boasts all conditions for twelve types of sports.
The head of state suggested that such modern sports complexes testify
to the broad opportunities opening up for our growing generation to be
raised physically sound and robust, as individuals second to no one in
anything. These efforts aim to support and encourage their splendid
aspirations.
Later that day, President of the Republic met with leadership and
activists of Ferghana region. The comprehensive development of the
province, refinement of infrastructure, including transport and
communications systems in the cities of Ferghana and Kokand, priority
tasks in these directions have been discussed during the meeting.
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President receives US and German envoys for Afghanistan and Pakistan
October 11, 2011
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President of the Republic of Uzbekistan Islam
Karimov met with US Special Representative for Afghanistan and
Pakistan Marc Grossman and Germany’s Special Envoy for Afghanistan
and Pakistan Michael Steiner at the Oqsaroy October 11.
The guests arrived in Tashkent as part of American-German
initiative on consolidation of international efforts aimed at
supporting economic rehabilitation of Afghanistan. |
Greeting the visitors,
the head of our state stressed the importance and
responsibility-intensive nature of their mission in working to
establish peace and stability in Afghanistan.
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In their turn, representatives of the United
States and the Federal Republic conveyed gratitude to the leader
of Uzbekistan for a welcome, acknowledging our country’s helping
hand in addressing the Afghan crisis and providing assistance for
socio-economic reconstruction in Afghanistan.
Participants of talks exchanged views on issues pertaining to the
international community’s contribution to achieving national
reconciliation in Afghanistan, along with furthering bilateral and
multilateral cooperation between Uzbekistan and the United States
of America as well as the Federal Republic of Germany. |
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Afrosiyob
high speed train starts regular service
October 10, 2011
High speed train Afrosiyob, linking Tashkent and Samarkand, started
regular service, Uzbekistan Railways company said.
The train will run between the two cities two times per week, and this
number will increase in the future with the growth of the demand.
To ensure the safety of the passengers and the high quality of
service, Tashkent and Samarkand railway stations were modernized
accordingly.
The electric train, which consists of two head locomotives, eight
passenger cars and one restaurant car, can carry up to 215 passengers.
According to Uzbekistan Railways, all tickets were sold out for the
first trip, which took place on 8 October.
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Oncologists’
conference held in Tashkent
October 10, 2011
The conference of oncologists of Uzbekistan was held in Tashkent. The
event was organized by the Ministry of Health jointly with the
National Cancer Research Center, Association of Oncologists,
non-governmental organizations Ayollar Kengashi and Hayot Uchun.
Scientists and specialists from Uzbekistan, as well as CIS countries,
Japan, Turkey, USA and other states participated in the forum.
It was noted at the conference that the Uzbek specialists were
introducing the best practices of world medicine and also making
important inventions aimed at solving the most pressing problems of
oncology.
“Modern medical technologies and medicaments save patients’ lives and
lead to their full recovery,” said Mikhail Davydov of the Russian
Medical Sciences Academy.
The conference participants discussed issues of prevention of cancer,
expanding research and improving the personnel training process.
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Demand for quality
cotton fiber growing
October 08, 2011
Cotton types “Bukhara-6” and “Bukhara-8” according to their technical
parameters comply with international standards. This was recognized by
foreign experts who participated in the Uzbek International Cotton
Fairs.
These types of cotton, mainly grown in Bukhara region, are in high
demand both in the country and abroad. Fiber quality depends not only
on the raw material’s baseline parameters, but also on its processing.
Modernization of existing processing enterprises is helping to improve
the quality.
“Thanks to the reconstruction of our company, the quality and work
efficiency have increased,” chief engineer of Oq Oltin cotton clearing
company of Romitan district of Bukhara region Gafur Khojiyev said.
“The workshops have been equipped with high-performance and
energy-efficient machines. Additional dust collectors have allowed
reducing dust emissions by 50%.”
According to deputy chairman of Bukhoropakhtasanoat (Bukhara Cotton
Industry) company Alisher Anvarov, over the last years, cotton plants
of Peshku, Romitan and Shofirkon districts were completely renovated.
This year, plants in Olot, Qorakol, Kogon, Gijduvon and Jondor
districts were renewed.
As a result, fiber manufacture in the region has increased by 10% and
the quality has improved.
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Uzbekistan, Italy
develop economic ties
October 07, 2011
The session of the
Uzbek-Italian intergovernmental working group for trade, economic and
industrial cooperation and export credits was held in Tashkent on 7
October.
The event took place in the framework of the visit of the large
Italian business delegation, headed by deputy minister of economic
development of Italy Catia Polidori.
Deputy minister of foreign economic relations, investments and trade
of Uzbekistan Shavkat Tulyaganov said relations between the two
countries were actively developing in the economic field.
Italy is one of the reliable partners of Uzbekistan in Europe. The two
states had signed agreements on avoidance of double taxation, mutual
settlement of international cargo and passenger transportation by
roads, cooperation in the fields of culture, science and tourism.
The volume of mutual trade made up USD 151.9 million in 2010, and in
the first eight months of this year the figure has already exceeded
USD 153.9 million. More than 30 joint ventures created with Italian
investments operate in Uzbekistan.
“Italy has a great interest to development of cooperation with
Uzbekistan,” Catia Polidori, who is the working group co-chairman,
said. “The promising areas of cooperation are trade, energy, textile,
construction and many others.”
She said the Torino Polytechnic University (Polito) which is
functioning in Tashkent was an excellent example of successful
cooperation between the two countries.
On the same day, the Uzbek-Italian business forum and a cooperation
exchange were held in Tashkent.
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Famous
violinist Spivakov performs in Tashkent
October 07, 2011
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The Youth Symphonic Orchestra of the CIS headed by
famous Russian conductor and violinist Vladimir Spivakov gave a
concert at Tashkent’s Turkiston palace on 5 October.
The concert was organized by the Fund “Forum of Culture and Arts
of Uzbekistan” and other organizations.
Vladimir Spivakov was born in 1944 in the Russian city Chernikovsk.
He made his first success at the age of 13 at the White Nights
festival in St Petersburg. His solo concerts, as well as
performances at the world-renowned orchestras around the world
brought him great fame.
According to musicologists, Spivakov has the ability to deeply
understand the creative idea of the author, and to skillfully
convey it to the audience.
In 1979, the conductor organized a chamber orchestra Moscow
Virtuosos, which opened a new chapter in his creative career.
Spivakov also conducted concerts within with world famous
orchestras of the Italian academy Santa Cecilia, La Scala opera in
Milan and others. |
In 1994, Vladimir Spivakov organized a charity fund to help orphans
and ill children, and to support young talents.
The concert held in Tashkent allowed the Uzbek art lovers to get
better acquainted with the multifaceted activity of the artist, and
enjoy the magic of his music.
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Uzmedexpo-2011 exhibition
opens
October 06, 2011
The fourth international specialized exhibition
Uzmedexpo-2011 opened in Tashkent on Wednesday.
Companies from Uzbekistan, Russia, China, South Korea, Germany,
Belarus, Poland, India and Iran are participating in the event.
The exposition includes modern medical technologies and equipment,
medical furniture, medicaments, traditional medicine, cosmetics
and other sections. |
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According to Saidulla Asadov, vice chairman of Dori-Darmon
pharmaceutical company, a total of over 100 pharmaceutical enterprises
currently operate in Uzbekistan. They produce high quality medicaments
at affordable prices.
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Refrigerated storehouse launched in Surkhandarya
October 05, 2011
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A new refrigerated storehouse with the capacity
of 3,000 tons was built in Termez district of Surkhandarya region
by Uni Green LLC.
The storehouse is one of the first to be created in accordance
with the Cabinet of Ministers’ April 2011 resolution on
strengthening the logistical base for storage of fruit and
vegetables, designed for 2011-2015.
A total of about 10 refrigerated storehouses of various capacity
will be built in the region in the mentioned period. |
According to general director of Uni Green“Mavlon Choriyev, the
products received by the storehouse are initially automatically
sorted, then packed in special containers.
At present, the company is accepting apples and grapes for winter
storage, later other fruits like persimmons and pomegranates will
begin to arrive.
Part of the stored fruit will be sold to the population during the
winter season at affordable prices, and another part will be exported,
he added.
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Khan-Atlas Festival held
inTashkent
October 04, 2011
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The Khan-Atlas Festival, devoted to the
traditional Uzbek silk fabric khan-atlas, was held in Tashkent.
The event was organized by the Fund “Forum of Culture and Arts of
Uzbekistan”, the Association of Designers and Fashion Designers
“Osiyo Ramzi” and the Tashkent Institute of Textile and Light
Industry.
Khan-atlas is a unique fabric, which is very popular among the
population and tourists who come to Uzbekistan. The clothes
presented at the festival demonstrate the fabric’s beauty and
uniqueness, “Osiyo Ramzi” chairman Holida Komilova said. |
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The festival, held for the fifth time, demonstrated the collection of
models created by students and starting designers of Uzbekistan.
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President of Uzbekistan meets Prime Minister of Vietnam
October 03, 2011
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President of the Republic of Uzbekistan Islam
Karimov met with Nguen Tan Zung, Prime Minister of Socialist
Republic of Vietnam, at the Oqsaroy on October 3.
Greeting the guest, the head of our state noted that despite the
geographic distance between our countries, expansion of
comprehensive and long-term cooperation with Vietnam – one of the
rapidly developing nations in South-East Asia – has always been
regarded important in Uzbekistan.
A solid footing of the current bilateral
contacts was laid during the 1996 visit by Uzbekistan’s President
to Vietnam, when the Agreement on Interstate Relations and
Cooperation was signed. |
The interaction is characterized today as pragmatic and equally
advantageous, built on mutual respect and confidence.
A positive experience has been accumulated between Uzbekistan and
Vietnam in reciprocal support in the international arena. Positions
and approaches of our countries match on fundamental issues of
regional and international nature.
The first visit by Vietnam’s head of government to Uzbekistan is
considered in our country a significant event in the development of
relations between the two nations, primarily in terms of enhancing
trade-economic ties and stepping up a good base for their longer-term
advancement.
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Prime Minister Nguen Tan Zung conveyed
gratitude for a warm and goodwill welcome and congratulated the
head of Uzbek state on the twentieth anniversary of independence,
outstanding results of which the Vietnamese official encountered
during his visit.
It was stressed at the meeting that the two parties wield all the
capacities and conditions to attain the common goal, that is,
dynamic buildup of trade and investment cooperation. |
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The investment interaction has been consolidating currently between
Uzbekneftgaz national holding company and PetroVietnam. Geological
prospecting has been underway at Kossor investment block of Ustyurt
region as part of agreement inked in January 2010.
The launching of regular air cargo transportation between Navoi and
Hanoi airports is evaluated as a promising track of cooperation. The
sides discussed possibilities of establishing most favorable routes
for shipment of goods from the two countries to Central and South-East
Asian markets.
The documents signed during the current visit have been given a high
appreciation in this context. The deals are to facilitate
consolidation of interaction in such areas as trade and investments
into hydrocarbon sector, textile industry, agriculture and other
spheres. Equally satisfying have been the outcomes of the recent fifth
session of Joint Intergovernmental Commission on trade-economic and
scientific-technical cooperation during which the sides agreed to
boost economic and investment interaction.
The parties deliberated on a wide range of issues of shared interest
during the detailed and open exchange of views.
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Exhibition demonstrates potential of the Uzbek press
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October 03, 2011
The National Forum and Exhibition “Press of Uzbekistan” were
held in Tashkent last week.
The events were organized by the Legislative Chamber of the
Oliy Majlis, Cabinet of Ministers, Uzbek Agency for Press and
Information, Public Fund for Support and Development of
Independent Print Media and Information Agencies and other
organizations. |
At the opening ceremony, deputy speaker of the Legislative Chamber
Ismoil Saifnazarov, chairman of the Legislative Chamber Committee for
information and communication technologies Abdurashid Juraboyev,
chairman of the Creative Union of Journalists Sherzod Gulomov, editor
of the Yerkin Qaraqalpaqistan newspaper Kenisbay Reyimov and others
said that the reforms in the media sphere in Uzbekistan were giving
positive results.
The Constitution and about 10 legislative documents related to media
serve as an important guarantee of the citizens’ rights to freedom of
speech. The media laws are being currently reviewed with the purpose
of the further liberalization of the sector.
In the last 10 years, the number of print media in Uzbekistan has
increased two times and electronic media seven times. The country’s
media broadcast and are published in seven languages of nations living
in Uzbekistan.
About 100 print publications, as well as news agencies operating in
Uzbekistan demonstrated their products and services at the exhibition.
Reports on topics like freedom of speech and press, state support of
the media and development of independent electronic media were heard.
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Core objective:
boosting people’s wellbeing
October 03, 2011
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President of the Republic of Uzbekistan Islam
Karimov traveled to Namangan and Andijan regions on September 30 –
October 1 to review the course of socio-economic reforms and the
creative beautification works in progress in these parts of the
country.
The plentiful effects of reforms carried out in all areas of life
of the country can be observed also in Andijan region. Farmers of
this province have been making remarkable accomplishments in
cultivating cotton and grain, melons and vegetables.
On the second day of his trip to Andijan region, President Karimov
spoke with farmers and agrarian specialists on the fields of Obod
Diyor Ilhomi farmer entity in Shahrikhan district. |
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The head of state insisted that “today’s farmer should go hand in hand
with the times and have a thorough understanding of modern
requirements.
“In this regard, farmers should assume the role of decisive force in
raising the wellbeing of the people as much as ensuring economic
stability in the country, politics, socio-economic development of each
region.”
Obod Diyor Ilhomi farmer entity led by Ahmadjon Razzakov is one of the
most advanced in its kind in the district. Members of this farm that
has 69.9 hectares of land in its disposal, yield more than 35 metric
centners of cotton and 60 centners of grain per hectare every year.
C-6524 high quality cotton species have been sown this year on the
farm’s 35.4 hectares. The cotton harvesting season is currently in
full swing.
“Farmers can be prosperous if they have a deep sense of responsibility
to the land they cultivate. And profoundly misled is a person who
chooses to be a farmer in order to accumulate wealth
straightforwardly. The farmer should labor conscientiously and love
the land and care for it,” the head of state said.
Uzbekistan’s leader suggested that kengashes (councils) be set up to
comprise advanced farmers and specialists in order to address pressing
issues faced by farmers, to tackle problems timely and in concerted
manner. And that such kengashes could become critical in fostering the
farmer movement, propagating the experience of progressive farmer
entities who have displayed high efficiency and productivity, and in
augmenting the sector to meet latest requirements.
“The future of famer movement is contingent on not merely the
cultivation of land,” Islam Karimov stressed. “Farmers should assume a
leading role in reprocessing the agricultural goods they reap, meaning
that they should be involved in industrial production. That would be
important for the good of the people and building up the economic
power of the nation. Take, for example, cotton: as many as ninety-two
types of goods are produced from this crop alone. This figure is
clearly indicative of the significance of reprocessing industry.”
That can also be seen in the increasing volumes of industrial
production in Andijan region at large. The share of this sector in
gross regional product currently makes 23.6 percent, whereas back in
the day this figure did not exceed 9 percent.
As the head of Uzbek state put it, “contemporary developments require
that revenues from crops cultivated on strenuous labor be shored up.
“In terms of quality, the Uzbek cotton is valued rather high in the
world market. Consequently, equally high should be both its price and
the interests of our cultivators.”
President Islam Karimov met with Andijan region’s mid-level and senior
leadership.
The course of socio-economic reforms, execution of action plans,
programs of measures, presidential resolutions have been discussed
during the meeting in great detail.
President Karimov’s trip to Namangan and Andijan regions has been full
of meetings and conversations with locals. Due reflections and views
have been expressed during those talks on how to address the
challenges and prospective tasks. It was noted with great satisfaction
that the appearance of our urban centers and rural areas has
cardinally transformed for the better. So has the lifestyle,
worldview, consciousness and thinking of our people during the twenty
years of independent development.
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President
visits Namangan and Andijan regions
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October 02, 2011
President of the Republic of Uzbekistan Islam Karimov traveled
to Namangan and Andijan regions on September 30 to review the
course of socio-economic reforms and the resourceful
beautification works in progress in these parts of the country.
The ample effects of reforms pushed forward in all areas of our
nation’s life can be spotted in Namangan region, too. |
The people of this province have been rather enthusiastic and
energetic in the process of extensive transformation and renovation;
they have been making well-merited input into the consolidation of our
land’s independence, into its socio-economic development, to fostering
enlightenment – both moral and cultural.
The growth of gross regional product in the first half of this year
has made 12.6 percent. Industrial output and consumer goods production
has been displaying steady growth rates as well.
President Islam Karimov began his trip to Namangan with visiting the
new model-design houses built in Namangan district’s Hanabad village.
Human interests permeate all the reforms undertaken in our country in
any given sphere as the foremost priority object of transformation. It
is for these very reasons that government programs have been executed
consistently to change the appearance of rural areas, cardinally
improve the living conditions of locals, including by instituting
engineering and communications networks and expedient social
infrastructure.
In line with presidential resolutions on Additional Measures to Expand
the Scales of Housing Construction in Rural Areas (signed August 3,
2009), and on Additional Measures to Refine Projecting and Improve
Hosing Construction in Rural Areas (September 8, 2010), as many as 500
model-design homes have been built and commissioned in Namangan region
in 2010. Another 555 houses of this type are projected to erect this
year in thirty-two residential quarters, 206 of which already been
commissioned.
Occupants of the sixty abodes constructed in Namangan’s Hanabad suburb
threw house-warming parties on the eve of the twentieth anniversary of
national independence. Natural gas and water supply pipes along with
internal-use roads have been laid here. Complex of trade and services,
a mini market, an internet café, a home appliances repair shop, a
beauty salon, a garment workshop, a mini bank have been built here in
the block to meet the daily needs of locals.
The head of state insisted that an integrated approach be employed to
housing issues, including the residents’ need in pre-school
institutions, schools, rural medical units, cultural and public
service facilities.
President Karimov noted in particular that the land areas allocated
for housing have been increased from 400 square meters to 600, and new
model-design houses contain special space for cars, the rooms are
located with an eye to the lifestyle and traditions of our people,
their area was enhanced to meet the demands and needs of inhabitants.
Islam Karimov called on a house owned by the family of Zokirjon Gaziev
and enquired into the life of the family, the comfort and conveniences
created in accordance with the refined project.
“Back in the day, all we could do is dream of a home like this,” the
hostess Muhayyohon Gazieva said. “On the eve of the 20th anniversary
of independence we moved in to this modern and comfortable house. We
thank you for your great care and constant consideration for the rural
people.”
The President stressed that population in the countryside deserves to
live in conditions not inferior to those in urban centers.
“New houses should be built in a way that not merely the current
occupants, but also their grand- and great-grandchildren could live in
comfort,” the head of state pointed out. “Such happy life will help
foster culture and enlightenment in people. The core goal pursued by
our reforms is to create all the encouraging environment for the
wellbeing of our people.”
President Islam Karimov spoke with farmers at Baraka farmer entity in
Namangan district. Uzbekistan’s leader suggested that the farmer
movement is important in the economic as much as in the political life
of state and society.
Baraka farmer entity can serve as example of outcomes of wide-ranging
opportunities created by the government for the support and promotion
of farmer movement.
The farm and its workers were able to harvest 67 metric centners of
grain on average from every one of thirty hectares. A rich cotton
yield has been cultivated also on this farm’s 31.7 hectares of soil.
The farm has its own bio-laboratory that provides it with lacewing and
trichogram to fight cotton pests. The biological means to counter the
vermin are supplied to other famer entities as well.
“As a result of materialization of this project to produce means to
fight agricultural pests, our farm has made 12 million soums of pure
income, and eight new jobs were created,” the farm manager Olimjon
Isaev informed. “The application of biological methods instead of
chemicals has saved us 60 thousand soums on average for every
hectare.”
The head of our state underscored the need for popularization of this
experiment and expansion of these techniques’ application.
“In this regard, all aspects should be taken into account, including
the advantages of biological means as compared to chemistry-based
techniques, their role in preserving clean environment and economic
expediency,” Islam Karimov said.
Successful outcomes of cotton harvesting season were given special
emphasis during the talk with farmers.
President Islam Karimov suggested that “our blessed land is the source
of our wellbeing. All the economic and normative conditions are
created for efficient land utilization. For many years in the past, as
we all perfectly know, the land used to be treated from narrow
consumer-satiable perspective, and agricultural and technical
requirements were disregarded. Moreover, the eroding irrigation
facilities used to lead to harvest loss and mineralization of soil.
That’s the reason we’ve attached a priority consideration to
preserving the lands and improving their reclamation.”
The use of one species of cotton for long time is known to affect the
quality of fiber and its value indicators. Therefore, the head of
state stressed in particular the elaboration of new higher-yield sorts
of cotton that meet the climatic and soil characteristics of regions.
Due directives were given in this respect to those in charge of this
sphere. The President said he preferred that cutting-edge technologies
be employed more extensively and agro-technical requirements be
complied with when processing land.
Promotion of small business and private entrepreneurship has been
granted a particular magnitude in the process of wide-scale reforms in
progress under the leadership of President Islam Karimov.
In excess of 1,300 small enterprises were set up in Namangan region in
the first half of 2011 as part of “Year of Small Business and Private
Entrepreneurship” national program. Especially worthy of attention
have been the accomplishments made by clothes factories of the region.
Customer-friendly women’s and children’s wear, suits, coats produced
at more than 30 enterprises like Istiqlol, Iftihor Kiyim Sanoat, Zamin
Lux Textile, Textile Libos, Lux Plus Service are in demand not only in
the Uzbek market, but also abroad. The men’s suits sown in Namangan
under their own trademarks and meeting world standards, are
successfully competing in international markets.
Islam Karimov got familiarized with the activities of Istiqlol venture
in Namangan district. Tens of types of suits, jackets, coats are
produced at this factory located in Kumkurghan village with latest
technologies.
According to chief executive of the company Bakhtiyor Umarov, “thanks
to the grave importance displayed by the head of state to support
entrepreneurs and introduction of new technologies, this industry
sector has been advancing dynamically. Our goods fully meet
international standards in design and quality. Our customer range has
been expanding as a result. In accordance with agreements reached with
enterprises in Russia, Kazakhstan and other CIS countries, we export
the major part of our produce.”
Istiqlol factory was named winner in its nomination at the national
round of Tashabbus-2011 review contest for President’s prize. Its CEO
Bakhtiyor Umarov was awarded first place in the Best Entrepreneur
nomination and honored with presidential prize, a Spark car.
“Clothes beautify the people. A nicely dressed person has a good mood
as well. Today, the people’s, especially the youth’s, demand for the
apparel has changed, as has their attitude to its design and
appearance,” Islam Karimov noted. “We can be confident that our youths
are second to no one in the ability to dress neatly.”
Istiqlol employs largely the graduates of professional colleges. The
head of nation enquired into conditions created for them in the
enterprise. The President expressed his high appreciation of the
abilities of young people at the industrial unit to aptly work with
Japanese and German-made equipment.
Islam Karimov reviewed the creative and beautification works carried
out in the city of Namangan.
The appearance of this urban center has radically transformed for the
better as an outcome of wide-ranging efforts undertaken in line with
August 6, 2009, presidential resolution on the action plan to
face-lift and develop social infrastructure in the city of Namangan
for 2009-2012.
The area of Namangan airport has been perfected with modern lightening
and gardening systems. The road leading from the airport to Dustlik
Avenue has been reconstructed. So has the Ferghana ring road,
including with the construction of an overpass.
Yashil Dehqon Bozori (Green Agriculture Market) in Davtatobod
district, along with Chorsu and Sardoba marketplaces have undergone
extensive construction and overhaul works, too.
Kamolot and Kichkintoy youth gardens and parks have been set up
downtown Namangan. Nodira information and library center, Babur
Recreation Park, Alisher Navoi regional theater of musical drama and
comedy have been reconstructed.
Uzbekistan’s leader visited the overpass erected on Dustlik Avenue
that has led to the abolition of traffic jams in the city, and
increase in the safety of roads.
The overpass has also allowed for moving the cargo and passenger
traffic on the Andijan-Tashkent route from Namangan’s central streets
to the ring road.
Islam Karimov traveled also to the Barkamol Avlod (Advanced
Generation) municipal sports complex in Namangan. During the
conversation with young athletes attending ping-pong, boxing,
gymnastics, handball, swimming classes, the President said the
triumphant performances of our children at international competitions
help reinforce the sense of pride.
The exchange of views on the care displayed in the country toward the
youth, on the inspirations of young men and women in the science area
was continued during the President’s meeting with a group of gifted
young people in the Yoshlar Markazi (Youth Center).
Islam Karimov pointed out that “the youth are a decisive force of
today and the future. First and foremost, you should always bear in
mind what great ancestors you are a posterity of, and aspire to be
their deserved successors.”
The head of Uzbek state met with region’s leadership at Namangan
municipal administration to discuss the course of socio-economic
reforms, execution of action plans, programs of measures, presidential
resolutions.
President Islam Karimov traveled to Andijan region on the same day.
Immense has been the contribution of Andijan region residents to the
tremendous accomplishments made by our people during independence
years. Each of the twenty years of independent development has been
written with gold letters in the life of Andijan people.
On the initiative of President Islam Karimov, massive constructive
works have been carried out lately in Andijan region whose nation-wide
significance has been mounting by the year. The growing comfort of
towns and villages, the residential houses, education and healthcare
institutions being erected, the modern enterprises, the broad streets
and roads, parks and gardens have radically transformed the appearance
of Andijan and been suggestive of the rising welfare of local
population.
The gross regional product growth rate reached 11.7 percent in the
first half of 2011. Solid development rates are registered in
industrial and consumer goods production, in public and private
services.
As a result of the dynamic advancement of small business and private
entrepreneurship, their share in the gross regional product has been
at 45.9 percent.
President Karimov reviewed the residential houses built on model
design in Urikzor mahalla of Andijan district.
Two suburban quarters are being constructed in this district on model
design. In particular, the eighty-two cozy homes erected in Urikzor
mahalla on the territory of Hartum rural assembly of citizens, were
commissioned on the eve of the twentieth anniversary of Uzbekistan’s
independence.
“We take a great pleasure to see the happy life of our compatriots in
these kinds of modern houses,” the President said. “Our nation has
been distinct from the ancient times with its penchant for constant
beautification and construction. These noble traditions are there
among our people to these days.”
Islam Karimov visited the family of Omadhon Hamidova, head of Omad-97
farmer entity, who lives in one of the new state-of-the-art houses.
“I used to think in the past that these sorts of homely and pleasant
houses with all amenities can only be in European countries,” Omadhon
Hamidova shared her impressions and thoughts.
“Owing to our independence, we have opportunity to dwell in these
modern homes. After all, the popular belief had it until quite
recently that we, the rural folk, can be pretty content with
clay-built houses. Thanks to the care by our President, we realized
profoundly that everything, every effort in our country is indeed made
for the good of people, for their wellbeing. Even the Europeans can
envy us now.”
The head of state articulated his opinion of the fact that in the
course of projecting and construction, everything, every minor detail
was attended with care.
Islam Karimov stressed that “the level of living conditions and
culture of community in the countryside has risen infinitely. Our
people deserve to live in conditions not inferior to any others.”
Along with modern houses, socio-cultural, healthcare institutions,
service points and other facilities have been built in the new mahalla.
The locals are provided with natural gas, drinking water, power,
transport and communications. The music and arts school constructed
here proved a nice gift for the children.
In the city of Andijan, Islam Karimov took a tour of the reconstructed
Uzbekistan Street and the modern buildings erected along it.
Adhering to the presidential resolution on advanced development of
public services infrastructure in residential quarters of Andijan
region for 2011-2015 signed June 18, 2010, across-the-board
construction and beautification works are underway in the region. In
line with the abovementioned document, 1,200 housing and trade
facilities, other production and cultural-services amenities have been
built in Andijan region for a short span of time.
In this respect, the Uzbek leader said, “Andijan should be distinct
with its urban-planning traditions, with its look. Automobile traffic
and its growing intensity ought to be taken into consideration in
constructing and overhauling roads. In this regard, the project of
housing development on Uzbekistan Street can serve as example not
merely for Andijan itself, but also for other cities of our nation.”
The head of state gave necessary recommendations to further improve
the traffic conditions, create more extensive opportunities for
providing the population with trade and communal services, to refine
adornment and landscape gardening.
All this constitutes another glowing manifestation of ingenious
aptitude of our people.
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