To practically apply scientific and technical achievements, commercialize innovative ideas, and produce high value-added products, three new spin-off enterprises have been established at higher educational institutions in the Syrdarya region.
To practically apply scientific and technical achievements, commercialize innovative ideas, and produce high value-added products, three new spin-off enterprises have been established at higher educational institutions in the Syrdarya region.
This initiative is highly significant for strengthening cooperation between education, science, and production, as well as for developing innovative entrepreneurship by implementing scientific developments created by scientists, teachers, and students.
The following enterprises have been launched in the region: 'GulDPI Edu Tech Mediya Press' LLC at Gulistan State Pedagogical Institute, 'GulDU Agro Future Green' Spin-off LLC at Gulistan State University, and 'Yangiyer Food Tech' LLC at the Yangiyer Branch of Tashkent Chemical Technology Institute.
Ghiyos Doniyorov, Deputy Director for Academic Affairs of the Yangiyer Branch of Tashkent Chemical Technology Institute, noted that these companies will work in the areas of creating digital platforms and multimedia products for the education sector, implementing innovative agricultural technologies in agriculture, improving technologies for producing environmentally friendly products, deep processing of food products, developing modern packaging solutions, and applying advanced technologies in production processes.
The main task of spin-off enterprises is to transform scientific ideas and developments from laboratory samples into products, and then bring them to the market as competitive goods and services. This contributes to increasing the economic efficiency of scientific potential, creating new jobs, producing export-oriented products, and increasing the investment attractiveness of the region.
Furthermore, these enterprises serve as an effective practical platform for students and young scientists, helping them implement innovative projects, develop startup initiatives, and build entrepreneurial skills.
In the first half of 2026, three spin-off enterprises were created in the region, over 10 innovative projects were developed, work began on creating more than 20 new products, and over 50 young people and students were involved in innovative processes.
According to Ghiyos Doniyorov, the expansion of spin-off company activities brings the integration of science and production to a new level. This promotes the formation of an innovation ecosystem in the region, the widespread adoption of modern technologies in economic sectors, an increase in the share of local high value-added products, and the strengthening of export potential. He emphasized that this initiative lays a solid foundation for ensuring the innovative development and competitive economy of the Syrdarya region.
Today, Uzbekistan is experiencing a new, intensive, and humane stage of its historical development. The principle of 'Human dignity above all' advocated by the head of state occupies a central place in these large-scale, profound, and systemic reforms. Particularly significant are the fundamental changes in the population social support system, which contribute to a radical improvement in citizens' quality of life and strengthen the confidence that 'no one will ever be left without attention.'
To understand the essence and historical significance of the current transformations, it is necessary to look at the realities of the recent past and compare them with today. If we look back 8–10 years, it becomes clear that the social protection sector had systemic problems, conceptual shortcomings, and chronic difficulties. Previously, the social assistance system was fragmented and disjointed, distributed among the ministries of health, public education, finance, the Pension Fund, and local administrations.
It was almost impossible to ensure a unified state policy and control the targeted and proper use of allocated funds. The most distressing aspect was bureaucracy and corruption: needy families were forced to spend weeks collecting documents in dozens of institutions just to receive a simple social payment. Since the human factor played a role in decision-making, aid was often distributed not among those truly in need, but based on 'acquaintanceships' or local subjective views.
Furthermore, the approach of that time was exclusively passive. The state function was limited merely to temporary financial support, while there were no active measures to lift families out of poverty, ensure their employment, provide vocational training, and achieve economic independence. This created conditions for the entrenchment of a sense of dependence in society. Simply put, the past social protection system served not as a means of freeing a person from problems, but as a temporary measure condemning them to live with those problems.
One of the largest, historically significant, and irreversible achievements of the country's new reforms was the adoption of the Constitution of the Republic of Uzbekistan in a new edition via a national referendum. The Basic Law enshrines for the first time that Uzbekistan is a social state. Based on the strengthened principles of the social state in the Constitution, the right of every citizen to a decent life, housing, quality medical care, and education has become a constitutional guarantee.
Moreover, the state policy for poverty reduction and unemployment combat is firmly established, providing special protection and care for persons with disabilities, elderly people living alone, orphans, and women in difficult social situations. These constitutional changes are not just loud slogans, but a practical legal basis reflecting the life, employment, and faith of every citizen.
To ensure the implementation of reforms in the field of social protection and bring the system to a new level, an entirely new structure was created—the National Agency for Social Protection, at the initiative of the head of state. This can be called the biggest institutional step and a revolutionary update in this area. The creation of the National Agency for Social Protection led to a fundamental change in the sphere, unifying all services, functions, resources, and methodology into a single center.
Currently, although the 'Inson' social service centers operating in cities and districts provide comprehensive social, psychological, and legal assistance to citizens in difficult situations at the mahalla level, new professional 'social workers' work on a targeted basis. They individually study the situation of each family, visiting their homes, and determine the problems on site.
The success of the new system is directly linked to modern digital technologies. The digitalization policy promoted by the President has completely eliminated shortcomings such as corruption, nepotism, and bureaucracy in the social sphere. In particular, the launch of the 'Unified Social Protection Register' information system has ensured transparency in this area.
Currently, the process of assigning benefits or social assistance is completely free of human intervention. Data on family income, real estate, and vehicles are automatically extracted from ministry electronic databases. The digital system determines whether the applicant is genuinely in need of assistance. Funds are transferred directly to the citizen's bank card without intermediaries.
Uzbekistan's social support model is not limited to just paying benefits. A unique system in global experience has been created—the mechanisms of the 'Iron Book,' the 'Women's Book,' and the 'Youth Book.' Within this system and targeted programs, unemployed family members, women, and youth living in poverty undergo free vocational training and modern IT technology courses. Citizens wishing to start their own business are provided with preferential loans, non-repayable subsidies, and production equipment, such as sewing machines.
The state fully pays stipends for talented students whose families have sufficient income but are in a difficult social situation. Thanks to these efforts, tens of thousands of families have moved from being benefit recipients to becoming entrepreneurs, self-employed individuals, and permanent sources of income. This indicates that an environment of healthy competition and diligence has strengthened in society.
Thus, the transformation of the population social support system in Uzbekistan is not just a routine sectoral reform, but a great spiritual and political turning point in the history of our nation. We stand at a historic moment, awaiting the glorious 35th anniversary of independence. Looking back at thirty-five years of our difficult and dignified path, the greatest achievement of the New Uzbekistan era is elevating the value of man to the level of state policy.
Today, a citizen of New Uzbekistan feels the reliable protection of his state, feeling that his value and interests are paramount. The foundation of a state embodying social justice and human dignity is always unshakable. The most worthy gift for the 35th anniversary of our independence is the smile of our citizens, satisfied with their state, and the well-being in their homes, with faith in tomorrow.
The fight against corruption, ensuring legality and transparency in public services, as well as taking measures against abuse of official authority, has become one of the priority areas of state policy in the country. Consistent and prompt actions by law enforcement agencies in this area contribute not only to crime prevention but also to strengthening public trust in state institutions.
During a recent operational event, law enforcement officers detained an employee of the Investment and Foreign Trade Department of the Zhizkh region. The detention occurred while he was receiving the remaining 900 US dollars out of the required 1000 US dollars for the allocation of a land plot.
According to preliminary information, this amount was demanded in exchange for a promise to assist in allocating land for an elite commercial and industrial object, utilizing connections within the power system.
Checks are currently being conducted regarding this incident. It is emphasized that all such cases will be legally assessed in accordance with established legal procedures.
Such situations once again remind us that official powers are not a source of personal gain, but rather a responsibility to the people. Retail trade and any corrupt crimes not only violate the law but also cause serious damage to the openness of public administration, the principles of justice, and societal development. There is a saying among our people: 'What is obtained dishonestly leads to dishonesty.'
The country's anti-corruption system is constantly being improved. The adopted legal documents are aimed at further strengthening the principles of honesty, openness, and accountability in public service. In particular, the Presidential Decree adopted on April 21, 2025, 'On Measures for the Effective Organization of Priority Tasks for Improving the Anti-Corruption System,' aims to strengthen preventive measures, introduce effective mechanisms to counteract the use of official powers for personal gain, and form an absolutely zero-tolerance environment for corruption.
In a society where the rule of law is guaranteed, no offense will go unpunished. Ensuring the legal assessment of every illegal action and determining the responsibility of the guilty parties is one of the most important factors in increasing the effectiveness of the fight against corruption, creating an atmosphere of honesty in public service, and strengthening public trust.
The Competition Committee learned about an advertisement posted by 'ANOR BANK' JSC on its Instagram social network based on a citizen's application from the Tashkent region.
The citizen's appeal noted that the advertisement regarding the promotion announced by the bank did not fully disclose the terms of the promotion. The investigation revealed that important information necessary for consumers to make decisions regarding financial services was not provided in the advertisement.
The missing information includes the conditions for the promotion to be valid, the set limit, and information about the commission fee applied if the limit is exceeded. Therefore, the Committee's Special Commission initiated proceedings against 'ANOR BANK' JSC because the requirements of Articles 16, 21, and 43 of the Law of the Republic of Uzbekistan 'On Advertising' were violated.
As a result of reviewing the case, a financial fine was imposed on the bank. Additionally, the bank was issued an instruction that must be fulfilled to eliminate the violation and ensure that such situations do not recur in the future.
