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The Making of Mirziyoyev’s Uzbekistan

The Making of Mirziyoyev’s Uzbekistan

By Bruce Pannier
As Mirziyoyev gears up for his second term, Uzbekistan’s foreign relations and economy are moving forward, but political and social reforms are lagging.
Uzbek Singer Abandons Presidential Ambitions

Uzbek Singer Abandons Presidential Ambitions

By Catherine Putz
Jahongir Otajonov, picked by the banned Erk party as its presidential candidate, has reportedly quit the race.

New Opposition Party in Uzbekistan Denied Registration, Again

New Opposition Party in Uzbekistan Denied Registration, Again

By Catherine Putz
The Truth and Progress party, after being rejected in April, re-applied but was again rejected by the Ministry of Justice.

Uzbekistan: Opposition Erk Party Wants in on October Presidential Election

Uzbekistan: Opposition Erk Party Wants in on October Presidential Election

By Catherine Putz
The last time an Uzbek president faced a serious challenger was in 1991. Erk hasn’t been allowed to front a candidate since.

There Won’t be Political Reform in Uzbekistan. Here’s Why

There Won’t be Political Reform in Uzbekistan. Here’s Why

By Dilmira Matyakubowa
Genuine reform takes place not through quashing free thinkers and critics but in encouraging and even embracing them. 
Checking in on Uzbekistan’s Political Progress in 2020: An Interview With Farkhod Tolipov

Checking in on Uzbekistan’s Political Progress in 2020: An Interview With Farkhod Tolipov

By Catherine Putz
"Despite obvious advancement in reforms in various spheres, one direction of reforms remains very slow: it is the sphere of political reforms."

Uzbek Parliament Approves EAEU Observer Status

Uzbek Parliament Approves EAEU Observer Status

By Umida Hashimova
The parliament of Uzbekistan approved observer status to the EAEU. Could it be just a deferment on membership?
Reform in Uzbekistan: An Interview with Farkhod Tolipov

Reform in Uzbekistan: An Interview with Farkhod Tolipov

By Catherine Putz
With Uzbek politics in the news, an Uzbek political analyst reflects on the evolution of the countrys’ political and party systems.

Final Tally on Uzbekistan’s New Parliament: A 2014 Repeat?

Final Tally on Uzbekistan’s New Parliament: A 2014 Repeat?

By Catherine Putz
By the numbers, Uzbekistan's new parliament is very much like the previous one.

After a Smooth Election, Real Challenges Still Ahead for Uzbekistan

After a Smooth Election, Real Challenges Still Ahead for Uzbekistan

By Catherine Putz
Some voters in Tashkent have high hopes while others are more cynical that the flashy election will result in a new kind of politics.

Uzbekistan Gears Up For Parliamentary Elections Like Never Before

Uzbekistan Gears Up For Parliamentary Elections Like Never Before

By Catherine Putz
The polls, without any opposition or independent candidates, won't be completely free and fair. But they are a step forward.
Uzbekistan’s Parties Take the Stage to Debate

Uzbekistan’s Parties Take the Stage to Debate

By Umida Hashimova
Heading toward parliamentary elections, Uzbekistan holds first debate among five running parties.

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