Uzbekistan

Uzbekistan is a landlocked country located in Central Asia, bordering Kazakhstan to the north, Kyrgyzstan to the northeast, Tajikistan to the southeast, Afghanistan to the south, and Turkmenistan to the south and west. The country is the most populous in Central Asia and has a rich cultural heritage, with a history dating back to the ancient city of Samarkand and other notable cities such as Bukhara and Khiva. Uzbekistan has a diverse economy with a focus on agriculture, industry, and minerals, including natural gas and gold. The country has recently undergone significant economic reforms, aimed at attracting foreign investment and modernizing its infrastructure. The capital and largest city is Tashkent.