The secrets hidden beneath Antarctica continue to amaze humanity. During research conducted by scientists, microscopic evidence of an ancient marine environment was discovered in the area of the well-known 'Blood Falls.'
The secrets hidden beneath Antarctica continue to amaze humanity. During research conducted by scientists, microscopic evidence of an ancient marine environment was discovered in the area of the well-known 'Blood Falls.'
This discovery could significantly enrich our understanding of the continent's geological past, as well as how life can survive in extreme conditions on Earth.
Ice hockey competitions as part of the Uzbekistan Cup for boys and girls in the U16 age category are taking place in the capital and the city of Andijan. Matches are held at the "Olimpiya shaharcha" sports facilities in the capital and "Xalqlar doʻstligi" in the city of Andijan, and the fight for the Uzbekistan Cup is becoming increasingly intense.
Maintaining ties with citizens living abroad, reliably protecting their rights and interests, and mobilizing their scientific, intellectual, and investment potential for the country's development are among the most important tasks of our time. In this multinational country, ensuring an atmosphere of mutual respect and unity is considered the foundation of effective public administration.
Currently, over 130 nations and ethnic groups live in Uzbekistan in an atmosphere of peace and harmony. Numerous organizations, such as national cultural centers and friendship societies operating throughout the republic, contribute to strengthening interethnic cohesion.
It should be noted that July 30th is annually celebrated as the Day of Peoples' Friendship. In connection with this date, various spiritual and educational events, cultural festivals, round tables, exhibitions, and friends' meetings are organized across regions, with a special focus on strengthening the atmosphere of diversity, interethnic cohesion, and civic unity in the country.
The Presidential Decree of the Republic of Uzbekistan dated March 19, 2025, 'On Measures to Bring National Unity and Strengthen Ties with Citizens Abroad to a New Stage,' and the resolution 'On Measures for the Effective Organization of the Activities of the Committee of the Republic of Uzbekistan on Interethnic Relations and Affairs of Citizens Abroad' also play an important role.
Indeed, the tasks set out in the document create a new mechanism for developing interethnic relations, supporting people's diplomacy, and strengthening systemic ties with citizens abroad.
The work of people who make a worthy contribution to strengthening interethnic cohesion and the atmosphere of diversity in the country is always highly valued. One example of such recognition is the traditional award 'Cross of Peoples' Friendship,' which is presented annually on the occasion of the Day of Peoples' Friendship on July 30th.
This year, this high award was conferred upon nearly 70 state and public organizations, representatives of national cultural centers, religious confessions, as well as non-governmental commercial organizations. They were recognized for their dedicated work aimed at establishing an atmosphere of friendship, solidarity, and mutual respect among different nations and ethnic groups.
Sevar Shokirova, Director of the Agency for Specialized Educational Institutions, who was awarded the 'Cross of Peoples' Friendship,' stated: 'I accept this award not as a personal achievement, but as recognition of the many years of dedicated work of the Agency for Specialized Educational Institutions team, the reforms being carried out in the field of education, and our consistent efforts to develop international cooperation.'
She added that in recent years, the Agency has established effective connections with leading world universities, international educational organizations, and foreign partners. Today, their students study at prestigious universities worldwide, while teachers acquire advanced foreign experience and implement it into the education system. She expressed confidence that such educational cooperation will contribute to strengthening friendship and mutual trust between peoples.
Indeed, the reforms being implemented in this area contribute not only to strengthening peace and harmony in the country but also to enhancing Uzbekistan's prestige as a state that is open, diverse, and actively cooperating with the global community.
From January to June 2026, the average nominal wage in Uzbekistan was 7.09 million soms, with the highest figure recorded in Tashkent.
The wage for January-June 2026 reached an average of 7,911 thousand soms nationwide. This figure exceeds the same period last year by 18.4%. For comparison, in January-June 2022, the average wage was 3,551.6 thousand soms, which represents an almost twofold increase in the average salary over four years.
When comparing by region, the highest average wage level was noted in the city of Tashkent, where it reached 12.014 million soms. Following in terms of income level is the Navoi region, where the average salary amounted to 8.723 million soms.
The lowest values for the average wage were registered in the Kashkadarya region, where it was 4.865 million soms, as well as in the Surkhandarya region, where the indicator reached 4.937 million soms.
