AGP Executive Report
Last update: an hour agoDigital Finance & Trade: At PLUS Forum Digital Uzbekistan in Tashkent, 8B co-founder Bogdan Zadorozhny argued central-bank QR interoperability is the defining fintech shift, with the real fight now over who controls payment “routing logic.” Migration & Rights: Uzbekistan hosted the first International Migration Forum, ending with a push toward legal labor pathways and training centers like INTIL in Tashkent. Tech & Connectivity: Uzbekistan tested direct-to-device satellite messaging for the first time and signed a 2026–2027 public-security cooperation program with China, including cybersecurity and digital forensics. Regional Economics: Uzbekistan and Malaysia expanded medical device cooperation; Uzbekistan also opened a Premier air-conditioner plant in Ahangaran with UAE partnership. Security & Humanitarian: DR Congo canceled World Cup camp amid Ebola fears, while Kabul and Tashkent signaled willingness to expand joint investment. Sports: World Cup squad announcements keep rolling, with Portugal’s Ronaldo set for a record sixth appearance.
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