On December 16, 2025, the book “New Uzbekistan: The Path of Shavkat Mirziyoyev” was presented at the Palais des Nations in Geneva.

Director of the National Center for Human Rights in Uzbekistan A. Saidov, Permanent Representative of Uzbekistan to the UN Office at Geneva E. Toshmatov, President of the Diplomatic Circle of Geneva F. Blum, Editor-in-Chief of Diva International, Marit Fosse as well as over 50 representatives of diplomatic missions, international organizations, expert circles, and media, attended the event.

The participants exchanged views on ongoing reforms in the New Uzbekistan, changes in public administration, the implementation of human rights, economic policy, education, gender equality, and foreign policy.

The book, written by Qudratilla Rafiqov, a prominent political scientist, senator, and Chairman of the Federation of Trade Unions of Uzbekistan, reflects the key stages of the formation of the New Uzbekistan and the systemic transformations initiated by President Shavkat Mirziyoyev. The publication presents an analytical view of reforms in public administration, economics, social policy, gender equality, human rights protection, and Uzbekistan’s position in world politics.

During the event, participants discussed the book’s key ideas and exchanged views on the dynamics of the country’s transformations. Special attention was paid to strengthening the rule of law, improving mechanisms for protecting human rights, modernizing economic institutions, expanding opportunities for women and youth, and enhancing Uzbekistan’s role in regional and global diplomacy.

The speakers noted that the book is a valuable study that deepens understanding of the logic of the latest reforms and the state's strategic direction in development. According to the participants, the presented work is an essential source for the international community seeking to understand the ongoing transformation processes in Uzbekistan better.

Diplomats and experts highly appreciated the book as an objective and comprehensive work that reflects the state’s political will, social demands, and dynamics of modernization.

The event in Geneva has become a significant platform for promoting knowledge about modern Uzbekistan and highlighted the country’s desire for an open and constructive dialogue with international partners.

N. Usmanova, UzA