The UN faces insolvency as US and China delay payments covering 42% of its budget, prompting major cost cuts and operational changes.
Russia warns Armenia that its growing ties with the EU may lead to suspension of duty-free gas and petroleum imports, threatening critical energy cooperation agreements.
Poland has signed a €44 billion EU loan agreement under the Security Action for Europe program to modernize its defense forces, despite presidential veto and political debate.
Iran mandates detailed vessel information declaration for tankers passing through the Strait of Hormuz amid escalating US-Iran tensions and potential transit fees.
Octobank has begun offering international money transfers from South Korea to Uzbek HUMO cards via the E9PAY platform, enhancing its cross-border payment services.
Iran has delivered a 14-point peace proposal to the U.S., demanding troop withdrawals, sanctions relief, and reparations, while Washington remains doubtful about its acceptance.
Uzbek payment firms Paynet, Payme, and Click report varied profit growth in Q1 2026, with Paynet leading due to a one-time dividend inflow following its Humo acquisition.
Effective April 15, Uzbek banks must maintain a minimum balance of 1.236 million soms during automatic credit card deductions, preventing full depletion of customer funds.
Uzbekistan accelerates Asakabank's privatization, transferring non-core assets and injecting $95M capital to streamline operations ahead of market-driven ownership by 2026.
Tencent and Kaspi.kz’s leadership acquired about 6 million ADS shares, strengthening the fintech’s shareholder base and signaling confidence in growth strategy.
Uzbek and Afghan entrepreneurs finalized $300 million in trade agreements following the opening of the Andijan Trade House in Herat and a bilateral business forum.