Jan. 18, 2026
According to the Resolution, the following measures shall be implemented in all ministries and government agencies: By March 1, 2026, a list of recommended professional literature relevant to the respective field of activity shall be compiled; Each year, at least three foreign professional publications shall be translated into Uzbek through local publishing houses, enriched with commentaries, glossaries, and examples with the participation of qualified specialists; By April 1, 2026, a “Book Corner” shall be established within each institution and its subordinate organizations, and a monthly “Book Reading Hour” for employees shall be introduced; An internal reading рейтинг (rating) system shall be implemented; Based on a competitive selection, the employee who reads the most books shall be awarded a cash bonus equal to one month’s salary. In addition, each school pupil and student included in the Top 100 most active readers shall receive a cash reward equal to 25 times the Basic Calculation Amount (BCA). Source: Resolution of the President of the Republic of Uzbekistan No. PQ-9 dated January 15, 2026.