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[PDF] Uzbekistan-2.0: Continuity and Change in Foreign Policy

Uzbekistan’s foreign policy under President Mirziyoyev has shifted from a traditionally pro-Russian stance toward a more diversified, pragmatic approach. Key points: - Regional focus: Central Asia remains the core priority; Uzbekistan seeks stronger regional integration and acts as a catalyst in Central Asia–South Asia connectivity, though progress depends on Afghanistan’s stability. - Balancing powers: Uzbekistan maintains economic ties with Russia while engaging with the W