New energy vehicles (NEVs) made in China have seen sustained popularity in Uzbekistan's automotive market, particularly among taxi drivers, for their remarkable blend of high quality and affordability.
In the capital city of Tashkent, a 40-year-old taxi driver named Uluğbek Abdukadirov bought a Chinese-manufactured electric vehicle two years ago. He holds his new ride in high regard, praising its affordability, comfort and advanced technology.
"It is very economical and very comfortable, as well as beautiful, and the technology is also the latest. I like everything about the latest technologies. That's why I decided to buy one," he said.
Today, more and more people across Uzbekistan are switching to electric cars.
"Two years ago, there were very few electric cars. And now it's become much more common," said Uluğbek.
In recent years, battery electric vehicles and hybrid electric vehicles have been helping Uzbekistan, one of the world's most carbon emission-intensive economies, reduce its carbon footprint.
Chinese brands gain popularity in Uzbek electric vehicle market
Chinese brands gain popularity in Uzbek electric vehicle market
The multilateral system is "under attack" amid global turmoil, President of the 80th UN General Assembly Annalena Baerbock warned in her remarks on Wednesday.
In her briefing on the priorities for the resumed 80th Session of the General Assembly, the UNGA president noted that the current multilateral system does not collapse all in a sudden, but "crumbles piece by piece" in divisions, compromises, and lack of political commitment.
The president called all the UN member states to defend the UN Charter and international law and promote cross-regional cooperation.
She also urged to push forward the work of the UNGA on certain critical issues with a strong majority, rather than an absolute consensus among all member states. Such act is not a failure of multilateralism, but "an affirmation of it," she said.
The foundational principles of the institution should not be eroded by appeasement, she said, calling the member states to show courage, leadership, and responsibility at the UN's "critical make-or-break moment."
"The UN needs you. Your support, your leadership, your principle, stand, your cross-regional cooperation, if we are to preserve and modernize this institution, if we are to make it, rather than break it," she said.
UNGA President warns global multilateral system "under attack"
