India's close Central Asian ally Uzbekistan to hold Presidential elections on July 9
Uzbekistan is undergoing significant democratic change with the adoption of a new Constitution and the announcement of a snap presidential election on July 9, 2023. The new Constitution sets the foundation for implementing the country's Development Strategy, strengthening state and society at a historic stage of national development. The snap election was called by President Shavkat Mirziyoyev to prioritize the radical reform of all levels of power and set new political, social, and economic tasks.