AGP Executive Report
Last update: 9 hours agoWorld Cup, but late-night viewing: With the 2026 men’s World Cup starting June 11, Austria-based fans face awkward kick-off times and fewer public fan-zone vibes—though some matches will be screened locally, and the tournament runs June 11 to July 19 across 16 cities. Uzbekistan in the spotlight: Uzbekistan is in Group K, and the wider tournament build-up is being complicated by Ebola-related travel restrictions affecting DR Congo’s preparations and raising uncertainty for teams in the region. WUF13 urban governance: At WUF13, officials presented an explanatory “cities” dictionary aimed at citizens, covering planning, housing, mobility, smart cities, governance and UN frameworks—pushing technical terms into everyday civic language. Digital + surveillance debate: A new commentary warns that “smart city” surveillance can spread through private tech even in democracies, urging citizens and governments to stay vigilant. Tax overhaul momentum: Uzbekistan’s May 19 tax decrees expand large-taxpayer rules and speed VAT refunds for low-risk firms, while adding a “customer orientation” index for tax services. Diplomacy + culture: Uzbekistan also wrapped up an Algeria ambassador mission, while Samarkand’s Imam Al-Bukhari complex reopened to over a million visitors in its first month.
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