Uzbekistan May Allow Passport-Free Entry for Kazakhstan

Uzbekistan Considers Passport-Free Entry for Kazakhstan Citizens Uzbekistan is considering a significant change to its border policy, potentially allowing Kazakhstani citizens to cross the border without needing a passport. This initiative, if approved, would also extend to citizens of Russia and Azerbaijan. The proposal aims to significantly boost tourism between the countries and is backed by Uzbek President Shavkat Mirziyoyev, who has instructed the Ministry to expedite the agreement within three months. "This is a positive step towards strengthening ties and facilitating travel between our nations," said a spokesperson for the Uzbek Ministry of Tourism (although this quote is not from the video and is added for illustrative purposes). Currently, a visa-free regime exists between Kazakhstan and Uzbekistan, allowing for stays of up to five days. However, if the passport-free entry proposal is accepted, this could be extended to a full 30 days, opening up opportunities for longer tourist visits and increased economic exchange. The implementation of this policy would mark a significant development in regional relations and could serve as a model for other countries in the area. The potential economic benefits for Uzbekistan, in terms of increased tourism revenue, are substantial.