The year 2026 in Uzbekistan began with a symbolic event — an interview given by the Head of the Presidential Administration and daughter of the head of state, Saida Mirziyoyeva, to blogger Kirill Altman. Formally, it was just a media conversation. In essence, it was a manifesto of personalist power. If one gathers the criticism voiced afterward, it largely echoes the words published by journalist Alexey Volosevich: “I didn’t watch the interview with Saida — and I probably don’t need to. There are only three real questions for her: Who are you without your daddy? How much has your family …
The year 2026 in Uzbekistan began with a symbolic event — an interview given by the Head of the Presidential Administration and daughter of the head of state, Saida Mirziyoyeva, to blogger Kirill Altm …
Uzbekistan today активно projects an image of reform, openness, and renewal. Yet behind this carefully constructed façade, an old and dangerous practice is becoming increasingly visible — nepotism, wh …