Uzbekistan–US Diplomacy: Uzbekistan’s Foreign Minister Bakhtiyor Saidov met US Special Representative Sergio Gor in New Delhi, discussing deeper high-level dialogue, C5+1 cooperation, and upcoming joint events. Parliamentary Links: Saidov also met Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla on expanding inter-parliamentary cooperation and people-to-people ties. Energy Accountability: A report says former Uzbek energy minister Jurabek Mirzamakhmudov was detained after being dismissed over alleged abuse of office and embezzlement. Regional Connectivity: Central Asian leaders and Azerbaijan signed the Cholpon-Ata Declaration in Kyrgyzstan, signaling intent to deepen trans-Caspian connections and cooperation. Trade & Transport: Uzbekistan’s gas imports from Russia and Turkmenistan hit record levels in June, while mobile operator Beeline Uzbekistan expanded coverage along the Qongirot–Beyneu A380 highway. Food Safety & Transit: Russia’s veterinary watchdog imposed temporary restrictions on EU poultry meat and offal transit through Russia to prevent illegal shipments linked to falsified certificates, with Uzbekistan asked to identify the sender. Sports & Culture: Uzbekistan’s Javokhir Sindarov sits near the top of the St. Louis Rapid & Blitz standings as chess action continues; meanwhile, a new album highlights contemporary Uzbek clarinet-and-piano repertoire for international audiences.