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Uzbekistan
At Last, Uzbekistan Extends Some Support to Migrant Workers
By Umida Hashimova
Uzbekistan is increasingly playing an active role in supporting its labor migrants, a change from the Karimova era.
Paul Stronski on Central Asia's Big Questions
By Catherine Putz
A discussion of Central Asia's hottest topics from Uzbekistan’s reforms to Kazakh succession and China's Belt and Road.
How the US Can Give Uzbekistan Options
By James Durso
America’s goal should be to ensure the Uzbeks have alternative options to dealing with Russia and China.
It’s Time to De-Sovietize Our Perspective on Central Asia
By Ario Bimo Utomo
The use of “former Soviet” to refer to Central Asia can be blinding, distracting from the realizing that the region isn't static.
For Central Asian Migrant Workers, a Sense of Home is Only an App Away
By Colleen Wood
A vibrant digital ecosystem has developed to support Central Asian migrant workers navigating the challenges of living far from home.
Why Did Mirziyoyev Fire an Uzbek Deputy Prime Minister?
By Umida Hashimova
Mirziyoyev apparently has little tolerance for demeaning treatment.
A Risky Choice: Rakhimov Elected President of Amateur Boxing Federation
By Catherine Putz
The IOC, responding to Rakhimov’s election, expressed “grave” concern over judging scandals, anti-doping, and governance.
2 Central Asians and the Future of Olympic Boxing
By Catherine Putz
A Kazakh boxing legend and an Uzbek businessman face off for leadership of the scandal-ridden International Boxing Association.
US Commerce Secretary Praises Uzbekistan's Progress
By Catherine Putz
Secretary Wilbur Ross praised Uzbekistan's “democratic reforms,” but what he really meant was economic reforms.
Spectacular Cities and Urban Transformation in Central Asia
By Colleen Wood
Efforts to transform Central Asia’s urban spaces have long ignored input from local residents; grassroots efforts could change that.
Mirziyoyev Goes to Europe
By Umida Hashimova
Mirziyoyev’s first trip to Europe was dominated by the search for investment in France.
How Worried Is Uzbekistan About Afghan Instability?
By Umida Hashimova
At CIS meeting, Mirziyoyev’s worries about instability in Afghanistan were on display.