Independence day celebration in Uzbekistan / Courtesy of Embassy of Uzbekistan in Seoul
By Firyuza Mukhitdinova
Gaining independence is not only a narrative of statehood but additionally of the folks, their destinies and the way forward for the nation. This is the reason sovereignty is probably the most important worth for any state. For residents, peaceable life and societal stability are the first achievements that independence brings.
At this time, Uzbekistan enjoys peace and stability, interethnic concord, an environment of kindness and compassion and a steady give attention to serving to these in want. All this noble work has turn out to be an integral a part of state coverage. Peace and tranquility, civic concord, non secular tolerance and the equal participation of representatives of varied cultures in societal life are the hallmarks of the New Uzbekistan. The nation’s expertise in fostering and selling interreligious and intercultural dialogue is of nice worth.
This yr, the nation will have a good time the thirty third anniversary of independence below the slogan “Solely united — are we one folks, solely collectively — we’re a powerful nation!” Quite a few occasions aimed toward strengthening nationwide unity, selling Uzbekistan’s cultural heritage and highlighting its achievements might be organized as a part of the celebration. Literary and inventive evenings, nationwide cinema days, festivities, cultural and sports activities occasions and gastronomic festivals are deliberate.
Because the day Uzbekistan gained independence, monumental modifications have occurred in all areas of the nation’s life. Financial development, social stability and political independence have all been made attainable by the efforts of the folks.
Radical modifications in home and international coverage aimed toward safeguarding nationwide pursuits and reaching sensible outcomes have been acknowledged and supported by the worldwide group.
Tashkent, Samarkand, Bukhara, Khiva, Shakhrisabz, Termez and Kokand are cities identified far past Uzbekistan’s borders as architectural facilities of artwork, tradition and science. The palaces, mausoleums, mosques and minarets constructed on this land have earned their place within the annals of world historical past. Within the Center Ages, Uzbekistan was the center of the Nice Silk Street, which contributed to the event of distinctive architectural initiatives.
Furthermore, monumental constructive work continues to this present day. Massive industrial enterprises, quite a few small companies and personal enterprises are being established. Residential buildings, roads, bridges, infrastructure, academic, scientific, well being care, cultural and sports activities amenities are being constructed. The large roads, leisure areas and academic establishments from the outskirts of Karakalpakstan to the distant villages of the Fergana Valley are a sight to behold. Moreover, new above-ground stations of the Tashkent metro are being put into operation. We’re witnessing large-scale reforms and financial development in all areas, reflecting the folks’s aspirations and desires.
In recent times, the republic has achieved excessive charges of financial development and made important strides in sustainable improvement. The introduction of recent applied sciences and the diversification of the economic system are among the many state’s important methods, making certain the creation of latest jobs and enhancing the inhabitants’s dwelling requirements. Moreover, Uzbekistan has turn out to be one of many key gamers within the area in transport and power.
A vital a part of the reforms can be the event of the legislation enforcement system, strengthening residents’ rights, and combating corruption. Such measures allow our folks to take part extra actively in decision-making and shaping their future.
The main focus stays on rising consideration to youth. On this regard, 2024 has been declared the “12 months of Youth and Enterprise Assist,” highlighting the nation’s dedication to strengthening the function of the youthful era in socio-economic improvement and supporting entrepreneurship. This contains the creation of particular funds to finance revolutionary youth initiatives, the event of applications to stimulate enterprise entities and the availability of microloans. The significance of energetic youth participation in society’s modernization course of by the event of their scientific potential and acquiring a high quality training can be enshrined within the “Uzbekistan – 2030” Technique.
Uzbekistan continues to make efforts to develop strategic plans aimed toward supporting youth and entrepreneurship. This yr, particular consideration is being paid to creating extra alternatives for the youthful era, specializing in unlocking their potential. For instance, the variety of younger folks despatched to prestigious international universities by the “El-Yurt Umidi” Basis is deliberate to be doubled to help free-thinking and artistic youth. Half of them will examine technical and actual sciences and IT.
A precedence process for the state is creating circumstances for a free, affluent, and flourishing life for ladies, as enshrined within the “Uzbekistan — 2030” Technique. This doc implements large-scale measures to extend the political, social, and financial exercise of ladies, defend motherhood and childhood, set up gender equality and guarantee ladies’s rights and pursuits.
Moreover, Uzbekistan has adopted norms guaranteeing ladies equal pay with males for work of equal worth. Restrictions on ladies’s labor in sure industries have been lifted.
Talking at a festive occasion on March 8, President Shavkat Mirziyoyev famous that inside the framework of the 2024 State Program, 5,000 ladies in want of complicated surgical operations and going through tough life conditions will obtain therapy on the expense of the state finances and worldwide monetary establishments. Moreover, a million pregnant ladies and 1.5 million breastfeeding moms have been supplied with free iodine dietary supplements, and about six million ladies of reproductive age have been supplied with iron and folic acid dietary supplements. Moreover, 4 thousand ladies in tough life conditions have been supplied with housing help.
Since March, the “Ladies’ Academy” platform has been launched to coach younger ladies and ladies in entrepreneurship, advertising and marketing and graphic design. The challenge additionally organizes varied competitions, coaching camps and internships.
Due to the nice consideration and concrete measures taken by the pinnacle of state to develop the household and implement efficient insurance policies on this route, the fabric well-being and high quality of lifetime of households are steadily enhancing, and their religious and ethical situation is strengthening.
The thirty third anniversary of independence is a vital milestone in our nation’s historical past. Throughout this era, Uzbekistan has overcome many challenges and achieved important success in its improvement.
We’re happy with our beloved homeland and hope for a vivid and affluent future.
Firyuza Mukhitdinova is a professor at Tashkent State College of Legislation.
