Latest news in Uzbekistan? September 6th, 2026

The latest key news developments regarding Uzbekistan as of September 6, 2026:

• Expansion of U.S. Diplomatic Footprint: Uzbekistan formally inaugurated a new Consulate General in Seattle to serve the growing Uzbek community across the Pacific Northwest and foster bilateral economic, tech, and cultural partnerships. This is part of a broader presidential initiative to open further missions in regional hubs like Chicago, Orlando, and Philadelphia. Kursiv Uzbekistan+ 1
• Foreign Trade Data Release: The National Statistics Committee reported that Uzbekistan’s foreign trade turnover reached $49.5 billion between January and July 2026, marking an 8.1% year-on-year increase. The trade balance reflected strong industrial demand, with imports growing to $29.6 billion (led by machinery and transport equipment) while exports reached $19.9 billion. Trend News Agency
• Travel and Visa Regulations: Authorities confirmed that starting mid-September, Uzbek citizens traveling to Thailand will no longer have access to visa-free entry, requiring travelers to obtain electronic visas in advance following adjustments to Thai entry policies. Qazinform
• National Sports Community Mourns Sobir Ruziev: Uzbek sports organizations honored the memory of Olympic medalist, former National Olympic Committee chairman, and prominent fencing figure Sobir Ruziev, highlighting his decades-long role in building athletic institutions across Central Asia. The Times Of Central Asia