Amendments to the Constitution of Uzbekistan
Uzbekistan’s Constitution underwent yet another rewriting this spring, distinguishing itself from previous amendment instances by featuring a multitude of changes with active participation from the entire populace. Beyond mere voting, the people were involved in discussions concerning the updated constitution before its final referendum.
Having been approved by the people and officially enacted on May 1st, one might question the timeliness of delving into the alterations to the country’s foundational law. Nevertheless, unravelling the economic factors and driving forces behind these revisions holds significant value, as it enables us to anticipate the upcoming transformations Uzbekistan will encounter in the years ahead.
This article examines the constitutional changes from an economic perspective, exploring the stakeholders involved, their motivations, and the underlying purpose they serve. Emphasizing a rigorous economic analysis, we will refrain from delving into the legal and moral dimensions that accompanied this constitutional update.
For more than a month now, Uzbekistan has been discussing the amendments to the current Constitution: are they needed only to reset presidential terms and extend his powers? CABAR.asia analyses how and why the Constitution of Uzbekistan changes and what is the main problem of amending this document. (more…)