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In the modern history of Uzbekistan, the year 2016 holds a special place as a turning point. It marked the beginning of a new phase in the country’s political landscape, with Shavkat Mirziyoyev assuming leadership. From his first days as President of the Republic of Uzbekistan, he set a primary goal: to implement large-scale reforms […]
By Eldor Tulyakov, Executive Director of the Development Strategy Center Uzbekistan has experienced significant political transformations in recent years, evolving toward a more participatory model of governance. Under the leadership of President Shavkat Mirziyoyev, the country has implemented numerous reforms to increase public involvement in policymaking, strengthen government accountability, and foster open dialogue between the […]
Belgium to Recognize Palestine at UN, Announces Sanctions Against Israel Brussels, September 2, 2025 — In a landmark diplomatic move, Belgian Foreign Minister Maxime Prévot has announced that Belgium will officially recognize the State of Palestine during the upcoming United Nations General Assembly session, scheduled from September 9 to 23 in New York . After very long […]
Together Towards a New Future: Celebrating Uzbekistan’s 34th Independence Day By: Khalid Taimur Akram Sep 1, 2025, marks the 34th Independence Day of Uzbekistan, a date that holds both historical and emotional weight. This day is of great importance for the people of Uzbekistan as it reminds them about their freedom, culture, and prosperous future. […]
Uzbekistan’s New Foreign Policy: Balancing East and West Through Strategic Openness Uzbekistan’s foreign policy has undergone a fundamental transformation since late 2016, marked by a shift from relative isolation to openness, pragmatism, and proactive engagement on the global stage. A clear indication of this transformation is the introduction of a visa-free regime for citizens of […]
Uzbekistan’s New NGO Law From Control to Partnership Civil society, often referred to as the backbone of democracy, has long faced suspicion, bureaucratic hurdles, and political pressure in many post-Soviet states. Uzbekistan, once no exception, has now taken a decisive step in the opposite direction. The sweeping new law is not designed to restrain NGOs, […]
The Mask of Neo-Ottomanism and European Myopia Every time Turkiye and its foreign policy are discussed in Europe, an exotic, appealing, and functional expression often appears in headlines: “neo-Ottomanism.” The term evokes a supposed ideology of restoring the Ottoman Empire recently attributed to the government of Recep Tayyip Erdoğan, especially to describe his aggressive strategy […]
71 Years of Geneva Agreement: A Milestone in Vietnam’s Quest for Independence By: Muhammad Ali Pasha Signing the Geneva Agreement on the Cessation of Hostilities in Vietnam seventy one years ago, the struggle for national freedom and reunification of Vietnam underwent a turning point.Reflecting the intellectual, artistic, and diplomatic influence of President Hồ Chí Minh, […]
Putin Challenges Zelensky’s Legitimacy and Casts Doubt on Any Negotiations Bruxelles Korner / Kadir Duran The war in Ukraine is being fought not only on the battlefield but also on the terrain of political and legal legitimacy. Vladimir Putin has used a recent public statement to remind the world that, according to the Ukrainian Constitution, […]
photo credit: MFA – Pakistan On August 20, 2025, the 6th Trilateral Foreign Ministers’ Dialogue, held in Kabul, is a significant diplomatic milestone as for the first time since the Taliban’s return to power in 2021, the foreign ministers of Pakistan, Afghanistan, and China sat together at one table. At the core of this achievement […]
Photo credit: President.az Following the visit of Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedow, Chairman of the Halk Maslakhaty of Turkmenistan, to Azerbaijan on July 16, 2025, Azerbaijani President Ilham Aliyev arrived in Turkmenistan for a working visit on the morning of Friday, August 22, 2025. Photo credit: President.az President of the Republic of Azerbaijan Ilham Aliyev arrived in Turkmenistan […]
According to the Turkmenistan’s MFA, on August 20, 2025, the eleventh round of annual bilateral political consultations between Turkmenistan and the United States of America was held in Washington. Secretary of State of the USA, Marco Rubio, wrote on X: “Welcomed Turkmenistan Foreign Minister Meredov to the @StateDept today. I conveyed that the U.S. intends […]
Wildfires Rage Across Spain and Portugal Amid Strong Winds and Rising Casualties Efforts to contain widespread wildfires across the Iberian Peninsula are being severely hampered by strong winds, as emergency services in Spain and Portugal continue to battle dozens of active blazes. Despite a recent drop in temperatures, the fires remain relentless, threatening communities and […]
Belgium, like France, Saudi Arabia, and Turkiye, is taking a clear stance on the issue of Palestine. According to RTBF, Belgium’s position regarding Gaza: Minister Prévot plans to move forward by the time of the UN General Assembly in September. The Chamber’s Foreign Relations Committee was convened this Thursday afternoon for an exchange of views […]
Governor Punjab Sardar Saleem Haider Stresses Unity for Pakistan’s Stability; Leaders Praise Chaudhry Nisar Ali Khan’s Political Legacy and Muhammad Nawaz Raza’s Contribution in Journalism Islamabad, The Gulf Observer: Governor Punjab Sardar Saleem Haider has said that independence is a priceless blessing, and the month of August calls upon the people of Pakistan to rise […]
NEOM, Saudi Arabia — During its session chaired by Crown Prince and Prime Minister Mohammed bin Salman, the Saudi Council of Ministers called on the international community—particularly the permanent members of the UN Security Council—to take urgent action to compel Israeli authorities to halt their violations against the Palestinian people and occupied territories according to […]
Uzbekistan is a land that has experienced one of the greatest Renaissances in history. This is why President Sh. Mirziyoyev said, “ We set ourselves the main goal of creating a new ‘Renaissance’ in Uzbekistan through large-scale democratic changes, including educational reforms, i.e., the foundation of the Third Renaissance” (President.uz) . Indeed, when one reads […]
Photo credit: Derya SOYSAL Ali Sher Navai, an outstanding representative of the Oriental Renaissance, has become an eternal emblem of identity of the cultural, intellectual and aversive progress of the Turkic peoples. All his contributions have gone towards molding the world civilization through call for humanism, culture and language especially through his numerous and diversified […]
Photo credit: Derya Soysal Azerbaijan’s Global Identity and the International Significance of Its Capital Baku is not only the political center of Azerbaijan but also a cultural, economic, and geopolitical hub. Located on the shores of the Caspian Sea, this city has played a role in Silk Road trade networks throughout history, served as a […]
Indonesia’s economy is known for its diverse Industry, Agriculture, Manufacturing and Services, and it has a large and growing population, which contributes to its economic significance to make a remarkable role in the affairs of region and around the globe. It means that learning Indonesian, also known as Bahasa Indonesia, is becoming more important. Background […]