An employment and entrepreneurship opportunities fair for young people and job seekers was held in Fergana region, the Ministry of Education and Science reported on 13 October 2026.

Who organised it?

The event was a joint effort of several state bodies and organisations, including:

• the Central Bank and the National Bank;
• the Ministry of Education and Science;
• the Ministry of Poverty Reduction and Employment;
• the Fergana Regional Administration (khokimiyat);
• the Youth Affairs Agency;
• the Chamber of Commerce and Industry.

What was on offer?

More than 10,000 young people and unemployed residents of the region attended. The main focus was bringing youth and employers together in one place. Participants received information on:

• job vacancies;
• internship programmes;
• ways to master modern professions;
• starting a business;
• funding opportunities for startup projects.

Why it matters

According to the organisers, such fairs serve as a useful platform for identifying young people's career interests, expanding their opportunities in the labour market, helping them find jobs and supporting promising business ideas.

For graduating students and college or technical school learners, events like this can help in finding internships and choosing a future career more consciously. We recommend keeping an eye on announcements of similar fairs in your region.

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