Politics
President Mirziyoyev visits Moscow for Victory Day celebrations, holds talks with Putin
President Mirziyoyev arrived in Moscow on a working visit to participate in the celebrations for the 78th anniversary of the victory in World War II, where he held talks with President Putin to discuss promoting cooperation projects and continuing cultural and humanitarian exchanges.
Uzbekistan’s CEC starts preparations for early presidential election
The Central Election Commission and political parties in Uzbekistan begun preparations for early presidential elections scheduled for 9 July. The CEC plans to announce the start of the election campaign on 10 May. President Shavkat Mirziyoyev announced the early election on May 8.
Uzbekistan to hold early presidential election on July 9
Early presidential elections in Uzbekistan will be held on 9 July, 2023.
“The media is the most influential force conveying the voice of the people to public authorities” — President
The President of Uzbekistan called the media and journalists “the most influential force conveying the voice and opinion of the people to the general public and state authorities.” He spoke about the guarantees of freedom for media and reminded them of their responsibility.
Shavkat Mirziyoyev calls early presidential election in Uzbekistan
The President called for an early presidential election in Uzbekistan. He explained the reasons for “giving up” the remaining 3.5 years of his presidential term.
“Uzbekistan is a secular state, and it will remain so” — President
“Uzbekistan is a secular state, and it will remain so,” the President said. “Our society will never tolerate any kind of radicalisation or the use of religion for political purposes,” he stressed.
The law is sacred, everyone should remember that, especially public officials — President
“The law is sacred, a just decision must always be made — this idea must become the rule of life for every member of society, especially public officials,” said the president of Uzbekistan. He acknowledged that implementing the principle of the rule of law will not be easy.
President of Uzbekistan makes statement on referendum results
The President of Uzbekistan called the referendum on the new constitution a historic event. He stressed that the people “once again demonstrated in practice their commitment to the ideas of democracy, freedom and equality, social justice and unity”.
Uzbekistan’s Electoral Code amended with early election articles
Uzbekistan enacted a constitutional law that allows the President and Parliament to call early elections for the head of state and the legislative bodies. The law stipulates that when the President appoints early presidential elections, they must be held within two months.
Shavkat Mirziyoyev holds talks with Frank-Walter Steinmeier in Berlin
The Presidents of Uzbekistan and Germany held talks in Berlin, discussing priority areas of cooperation. Germany expressed readiness to support regional connectivity projects, including the EU’s Global Gateway initiative. The Goethe Institute is expected to expand activities to Uzbekistan’s regions.
Shavkat Mirziyoyev holds talks with Olaf Scholz
The President of Uzbekistan held talks with German Chancellor Olaf Scholz in Berlin. During the visit 16 intergovernmental and interdepartmental documents in various spheres, including economics, trade, finance, education, science, and innovation, were signed.
US President receives Ambassador of Uzbeksitan
The new Ambassador of Uzbekistan to the United States, Furkat Sidikov, presented his credentials to President Joe Biden.
Uzbekistan’s new constitution takes effect as of May 1
Uzbekistan’s new constitution officially came into effect as of May 1, according to the Central Election Commission. The new constitution is composed of six parts, 27 chapters, and 155 articles. The changes were approved by an overwhelming majority of voters (90.2%) in a referendum held on April 30.
CEC announces final results of Uzbekistan’s constitutional referendum
The Central Election Commission announced the final results of Uzbekistan’s constitutional referendum held on May 1. Turnout was 84.5% (16,667,097 voters), with 90.2% of votes in favour and 9.35% against. Results in three polling stations were cancelled due to irregularities.
CEC nullifies referendum results in three polling stations due to violations
The CEC invalidated 3 polling stations' results for Uzbekistan’s constitutional referendum due to serious violations. However, the CEC stated that these irregularities do not affect the referendum’s validity, with a 84.54% turnout and 90.21% in favour of the amendment.
Uzbekistan abstains UNGA resolution that mentions Russia’s aggression against Ukraine
The UN General Assembly adopted a resolution on April 26 recognizing Russia’s aggression against Ukraine. The resolution was adopted by a vote of 122 to 5, with 18 abstentions. Uzbekistan, along with 17 other countries, abstained from the vote.
Uzbekistan establishes diplomatic ties with Sierra Leone
Uzbekistan and Sierra Leone signed a joint communiqué establishing diplomatic relations in New York. The move makes Sierra Leone the 143rd country with which Uzbekistan has established diplomatic ties.
President of Uzbekistan to visit Italy in the summer
President Mirziyoyev plans to visit Italy in the summer and hold talks with top Italian officials, including President Sergio Mattarella, PM Giorgia Meloni, and FM Antonio Tajani, Guido Crosetto, Italian Defense Minister, announced during his visit to Tashkent.
President of Uzbekistan to visit Germany on 2−3 May
President Mirziyoyev is set to visit Germany on May 2−3. During his visit, the Uzbek President will meet with German President Steinmeier and Chancellor Olaf Scholz to discuss deepening bilateral relations. The President will also hold a separate meeting with German business leaders.
Uzbekistan’s constitutional referendum sees 84.54% turnout, 90.21% vote in favor
According to the preliminary results shared by Zayniddin Nizamkhojaev, the Chairman of the Central Election Commission, the voter turnout for the referendum on Uzbekistan’s new Constitution held on April 30 was 84.54%. 90.21% of voters voted to change the constitution, while 9.35% voted against it.
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