ISLAM KARIMOV: THE FIRST PREZIDENT OF INDEPENDENT UZBEKISTAN”

Authors

  • Samandarova Rayhona Ilhom kizi O‘zbekiston xalqaro islomshunoslik akademiyasi Mumtoz sharq filologiyasi fakulteti dinsotsiopsixologiyasi yo‘nalishi 2-bosqich talabasi

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.55640/

Keywords:

Islam Karimov, Uzbekistan, independence, Uzbek model, economic reform, nation-building, social policy, education, healthcare, foreign policy, cultural revival, stability, Central Asia, leadership, development.

Abstract

This article examines the life and legacy of Islam Karimov, the first President of independent Uzbekistan (1991–2016), highlighting his pivotal role in shaping the nation’s modern trajectory. From his early education in Samarkand to his rise through key governmental roles, Karimov’s intellectual and practical expertise laid the groundwork for his transformative leadership. Guiding Uzbekistan through its transition from Soviet rule to sovereignty, he implemented the "Uzbek model" of economic reform, fostering gradual market development, industrial diversification, and social welfare. His policies advanced education, healthcare, and cultural preservation, while his foreign policy strengthened Uzbekistan’s global standing through balanced diplomacy and regional cooperation. Karimov’s enduring contributions, including infrastructure projects, interethnic harmony, and a robust national identity, cemented his legacy as a visionary leader committed to Uzbekistan’s stability and prosperity.

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Published

2025-09-05

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Vol. 4 No. 8 (2025): Journal of Multidisciplinary Sciences and Innovations

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ISLAM KARIMOV: THE FIRST PREZIDENT OF INDEPENDENT UZBEKISTAN”. (2025). Journal of Multidisciplinary Sciences and Innovations, 4(8), 80-83. https://doi.org/10.55640/

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