Uzbekistan

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China is now Central Asia’s top trading partner. Will there be a tug of war with Russia?

A freight train near the railway station of Dostyk at the Kazakh-Chinese border, a key hub for trade between China and Europe through Central Asia.

Chess-Uzbekistan's Sindarov becomes youngest World Cup winner

Uzbekistan count down to World Cup debut with development the goal

Soccer Football - World Cup - AFC Qualifiers - Group A - Uzbekistan v Qatar - Milliy Stadium, Tashkent, Uzbekistan - June 10, 2025 Uzbekistan President Shavkat Mirziyoyev and players pose for a picture to celebrate securing a spot at the 2026 FIFA World Cup

Trump meets Central Asian leaders to boost critical mineral ties

US President Donald Trump (middle) met with leaders of Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan, Turkmenistan and Uzbekistan.

Trump to host Central Asian presidents as US seeks to counter China, Russia influence

US President Donald Trump speaks as he meets with the NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte in the Oval Office of the White House in Washington, DC, on October 22, 2025. (Photo by Jim WATSON / AFP)

Rubio plans to visit five Central Asian states in 2026

US Secretary of State Marco Rubio during a reception with Central Asian states' foreign ministers at the State Department in Washington, on Nov 5.

Trump to meet with Central Asian leaders next week, source says

U.S. President Donald Trump meets with Uzbekistan President Shavkat Mirziyoyev during the 80th United Nations General Assembly, in New York City, New York, U.S., September 23, 2025. REUTERS/Al Drago

American Mayer recognises bid for FIA presidency is over

Formula One F1 - British Grand Prix - Towcester, Britain - July 4, 2025 Tim Mayer during a press conference as he announces candidacy for FIA president REUTERS/Alan Baldwin

Italy World Cup-winner Cannavaro to coach Uzbekistan at 2026 World Cup

FILE PHOTO: Soccer Football - Champions League - GNK Dinamo Zagreb v AC Milan - Stadion Maksimir, Zagreb, Croatia - January 29, 2025 GNK Dinamo Zagreb coach Fabio Cannavaro REUTERS/Antonio Bronic/File Photo

Zelensky says ‘mercenaries’ from China, Pakistan and other countries fighting for Russia

Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelensky (centre) visiting the frontline positions at an undisclosed location in the Kharkiv region.

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