Azerbaijan–Uzbekistan Diplomacy: President Ilham Aliyev wrapped up his state visit to Uzbekistan, with Bukhara stops including the Ismail Samani Mausoleum and Ark Fortress, as both sides push their “Eternal Friendship” framework and deepen ties beyond politics into projects and institutions. Trade & Connectivity: Uzbekistan and Azerbaijan are targeting $1bn in bilateral trade by 2030, with expanded transport links across the Caspian and new cooperation in banking, energy, tourism and mining. Energy Cooperation: Uzbekistan’s energy minister says Baku and Tashkent are exploring joint production of petroleum products (including automotive and aviation fuel) and renewable electricity exports via Azerbaijan toward Europe. Business & Logistics: Etihad Cargo appointed AVIAREPS as its cargo GSA in Uzbekistan, aiming to grow freight sales after Etihad launched direct Abu Dhabi–Tashkent flights. Regional Governance Watch: Kazakhstan’s pro-government Adilet Party won a landslide parliamentary election, a result observers say further consolidates President Tokayev’s authority. Judicial Digitalization: Kyrgyzstan and Uzbekistan agreed to expand cooperation on digital transformation of courts, including electronic case management and remote participation. Sports & Culture: Uzbekistan-linked events include the SCO summit build-up and a major international film festival in Lachin featuring an Uzbek historical film dubbed into Azerbaijani.