Uzbekistan says 70% of new media outlets in 2025 are non-state
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Uzbekistan registered a significant number of new media outlets in 2025, with about 70 percent being non-state, presidential press secretary Sherzod Asadov said at the Islamic Civilization media forum. The forum, held in Tashkent and Samarkand from August 24-28, brought together around 300 media representatives from nearly 50 countries.
Key Facts
- About 70 percent of new media outlets registered in Uzbekistan in 2025 are non-state, according to presidential press secretary Sherzod Asadov.
- The Islamic Civilization media forum is being held in Tashkent and Samarkand from August 24-28, 2026.
- The forum brought together about 300 media representatives, scholars, cultural figures, and digital specialists from nearly 50 countries.
- Euronews and CNN are the main international media partners of the forum.
- The main venue of the forum is the Center of Islamic Civilization in Uzbekistan, created on the initiative of President Shavkat Mirziyoyev.
Forum Opening
The international media forum "Islamic Civilization: A New Perspective – New Discoveries" opened in Tashkent on August 25, 2026. The main part of the event is taking place at the Center of Islamic Civilization in Uzbekistan. Presidential press secretary Sherzod Asadov delivered a welcoming address on behalf of the head of state at the opening ceremony. Asadov emphasized the deep symbolism of holding the forum at the Center of Islamic Civilization, which was created on the initiative of President Shavkat Mirziyoyev.
Media Landscape Statistics
In 2025, Uzbekistan created and registered a significant number of new media outlets. About 70 percent of these new media outlets are non-state, according to Asadov. Asadov stated that the media serve as a bridge between the state and society, as well as between Uzbekistan and the international community.
Forum Participants and Program
The forum brought together about 300 representatives of the media community and expert environment from nearly 50 countries. Participants include heads of media companies, news agencies, and television channels, as well as journalists, producers, scholars, and creative industry specialists. The program includes expert speeches, panel discussions, master classes, thematic media exhibitions, press briefings, and bilateral meetings. Euronews and CNN are the main international media partners of the forum.
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Uzbekistan says 70% of new media outlets in 2025 are non-state
