The progress of construction work in New Tashkent reviewed

The Head of State first visited the New Tashkent Construction Directorate. Using a large-scale model and a digital map of the city, officials presented information on the overall progress of the work, the locations of major facilities, and future development plans.

The discussions covered the balanced development of transport and engineering infrastructure alongside facility construction, the integration of green areas and public spaces, and the connection of New Tashkent to the existing capital territory. The need to implement all projects within a unified urban planning concept while ensuring high quality and architectural harmony was emphasized.

The President then reviewed the campus of the National Pedagogical University of Uzbekistan named after Nizami, which is currently under construction in New Tashkent.

The complex is being built as part of the first phase of New Tashkent’s development. Final construction and finishing work is currently underway in the rectorate building and several faculty buildings.

The Head of State examined the interior spaces of the buildings, including the layout of academic and administrative areas, engineering systems, and landscaping efforts. Responsible officials provided updates on construction progress, building outfitting, and preparations for opening the campus.

The new campus will include academic buildings, research laboratories, an information and resource center, an electronic library, student dormitories, and sports and cultural facilities. A unified environment that integrates education, research, and student life will be created here.

The university plans to gradually adopt international educational standards and transform its management system, drawing on the experience of New Uzbekistan University. The educational process will be managed through modern digital platforms.

The Head of State then examined the progress on the construction of the new National Library of Uzbekistan in New Tashkent.

The facility is being built as one of the key scientific and educational centers of the new city. The development of New Tashkent began primarily with educational and cultural facilities, and the National Library occupies an important place in this concept.

Construction and finishing work at the complex is 90 percent complete. The library is scheduled for commissioning this year.

The four-storey building, spanning over 30,000 square meters, can host 1,420 readers simultaneously. Its design seamlessly combines national traditions with modern architectural solutions.

The library will feature specialized high-tech facilities for the storage, cataloging, security, and disinfection of its collections. Online access will also be provided to the electronic databases of major national and international libraries.

A dedicated educational and research environment will be created for blind people. The facility will also include a 300-seat café, a gallery, sports areas, and recreational spaces. The library will thus become a modern center that combines reading, academic research, and cultural and educational engagement.

Instructions were provided to carry out the construction and finishing tasks to a high standard, ensuring the well-coordinated organization of the library collections, digital services, and visitor facilities.

The next destination was the new campus of New Uzbekistan University.

The complex, built on 50 hectares, is designed to accommodate 10,000 students. In addition to faculty and rectorate buildings, it will include a library, museum, exhibition and multimedia halls, a sports complex, a swimming pool, and student dormitories.

Particular attention at the new campus is being paid to creating an integrated environment that combines education, scientific research, innovation and student life.

It was noted that these educational and cultural institutions will create a modern scientific and educational environment in New Tashkent and help unlock the knowledge and potential of young people.

The construction progress of a modern football stadium in New Tashkent was also examined.

Construction of the 55,000-seat arena began in November 2025, and to date, 65 percent of the work is complete.

The stadium will be the primary venue for the 2027 FIFA U-20 World Cup, hosting the semifinals and final.

The six-storey sports complex is being built in full compliance with FIFA requirements. It will provide modern facilities for athletes, spectators and media representatives.

More than 10 escalators will be installed to ensure the smooth movement of spectators. Three training pitches and a parking lot with 5,500 spaces will be built on the stadium grounds. A metro station will also be constructed next to the arena.

The architectural design of the facility combines modern solutions with national traditions. Particular attention is paid to the principles of green energy, smart management, and environmental sustainability.

It was noted that the arena will serve not only as a venue for major international competitions, but also contribute to the development of youth sports, the training of professional football players and the expansion of the country’s modern sports infrastructure.

The Head of State instructed officials to complete construction on schedule and to ensure high quality, while also ensuring that the stadium integrates seamlessly with New Tashkent’s transportation network and urban landscape.