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White House Says Russia Will Join G20 Energy Meeting in Houston
Russia is expected at the G20 energy meeting in Houston, adding sanctions, security and corporate risk questions to the agenda.
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U.S. Treasury Signals No Russia Sanctions Relief Before Ukraine War Ends
Scott Bessent reportedly told Anton Siluanov that the U.S. will not ease pressure on Russia before the war in Ukraine ends, reinforcing a hard line for business.
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Uzbekistan's First ID Card Fee Draws Scrutiny Over Cost and State Priorities
A viral post about a father struggling to pay for his daughter's first ID card has intensified scrutiny of Uzbekistan's fee model and an imminent price rise.
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Uzbek State-Owned Jewelry Manufacturer Gold Moon Tashkent Offered for 316.7 Billion Soms
Uzbekistan auctions 100% stake in state-owned jewelry producer Gold Moon Tashkent, including substantial debt and assets, with a starting price of 316.7 billion soms.
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EU Holds Back on Appointing Negotiator with Putin Amid Strategic Deliberations
The EU postpones appointing a special envoy to negotiate with Russia, focusing on developing a clear strategy and leveraging sanctions first.
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Uzbekistan Faces Rising Costs in Meat Imports Amid Slowing Domestic Production
Uzbekistan’s meat import value rose 62.8% in early 2026 amid slowing domestic production and rising global prices, raising concerns over future meat price inflation.
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Uzbekistan Central Bank Maintains Key Interest Rate Amid Inflation and External Risks
Uzbekistan’s Central Bank retains its 14% key rate due to persistent food inflation and external economic risks despite a general decline in inflation.
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Uzbekistan Halts Gold Exports for Six Months Amid Export Decline and Market Shifts
Uzbekistan’s suspension of gold exports since September 2025 has led to a nearly 30% drop in exports, reshaping trade dynamics and impacting corporate strategies.
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Uzbek Banks See 1.8 Trillion UZS Rise in Non-Performing Loans Amid Credit Growth
Uzbek banks expanded loans to over 623 trillion UZS in Q1 2026, with non-performing loans rising 1.8 trillion UZS, mainly in state banks despite a slight drop in NPL ratio.
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Russian Court Restricts Actions of Executives Accused of Market Manipulation on Moscow Exchange
Moscow court restricts actions of executives accused of manipulating stock prices through Telegram channels, with illicit gains exceeding 28 million rubles.
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