Uzbekistan has released preliminary results from its first population census in 37 years, revealing a population of over 39 million people. This figure nearly doubles the country’s population recorded in the 1989 census. The National Statistics Committee compiled the data, marking a significant demographic shift for the Central Asian nation. This census provides the most up-to-date understanding of Uzbekistan’s population size and distribution after decades without comprehensive data collection. The findings will be crucial for future policy planning and resource allocation within the country. Further details from the full census report are anticipated to provide a more in-depth demographic profile. The results confirm substantial population growth over the past three decades.