Uzbekistan politics

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

Genuine reform takes place not through quashing free thinkers and critics but in encouraging and even embracing them. 

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

The parliament of Uzbekistan approved observer status to the EAEU. Could it be just a deferment on membership?

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

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

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

The polls, without any opposition or independent candidates, won't be completely free and fair. But they are a step forward.

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

Three years of frenzied reform activity have certainly made a difference, but much work remains to be done.

As reports stir of pending asset returns, a group of activists urge international stakeholders to be cautious in how they proceed.

A panel of experts say that prospects for genuine reform in Uzbekistan look promising, but are not guaranteed.