Uzbek president’s problems will mount in long term

Two seven-year terms could allow Mirzioyev time to tackle population growth, ageing infrastructure and energy shortages

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  • President and opposition
  • Energy issues
  • Employing the population
  • Foreign investment and trade
  • Relations with Russia
  • Strong ties with China
  • Warming to Arab states

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