By Diplomacy Journal Lee Jon-young
On Oct. 27, Uzbekistan held its first nationwide local elections under the new constitution. This election is significant because it is the first election to reflect the will of the people after the constitutional amendments. As an international observer, the election was a valuable opportunity to see how Uzbekistan's political system is developing and how it may change.
The significance of the constitutional amendments and the first election
Last year's amendments to Uzbekistan's constitution strengthened people's rights and freedoms and created an institutional framework aimed at social openness and political progress.
The elections were the first opportunity for the people to experience these changes and were a key moment in testing the new political system that Uzbekistan is pursuing. The elections, held under the revised constitution, were of great interest to the public and provided a glimpse of the potential for change through voting in the new political environment.
Potential Cooperation between Korea and Uzbekistan
Uzbekistan has close cooperation with South Korea in various fields, including economy, education, and culture. Through political changes, Uzbek society is experiencing gradual development, and these changes are likely to provide a good opportunity to further promote cooperation with South Korea.
Through mutual understanding and cultural exchanges, the two countries are expanding the possibilities for cooperation in various fields, which can serve as an important asset to support Uzbekistan's economic growth and social development.
Thoughts on the Observation
Through our observation of the Uzbek elections, we saw that Uzbekistan is striving to respond to changing social needs and establish a stable political environment. We hope that Uzbekistan will continue to build a more advanced electoral system and political system through its partnership with Korea.
(By Lee Jon-young, Publisher-Chairman of the Diplomacy Journal, in Tashkent, Uzbekistan)
