Shavkat Mirziyoyev

Shavkat Mirziyoyev is the president of Uzbekistan, in office since 2016, and previously served as the country’s prime minister.

Standing...

Sep 9, 2026

Lean Right

Uzbekistan's potential dual membership in US-led WAICO and China's Pax Silica is a key indicator of regional alignment.

His balancing act between great powers is scrutinized for how it affects market access and sovereignty for Central Asian economies.

Aug 15, 2026

Lean Right

Uzbekistan's alphabet reform remains stalled 30 years on, exposing the limits of his modernization agenda.

For market liberals, the Cyrillic stalemate reflects weak institutional transformation beneath superficial economic opening.

Jul 10, 2026

Lean Right

Uzbekistan's push for a digital state is outpacing regulatory frameworks.

Market Liberals welcome digitalization but caution that rushed governance may stifle competition.