Vol. 5 No. 06 (2025): Volume 05 Issue 06

This article analyzes the transformative potential of political televised debates in the context of developing democratic processes, focusing on the experiences of Uzbekistan and South Korea. Through empirical analysis based on survey data collected in Tashkent and a comparative review of debate practices in South Korea, the paper highlights the role of debates as a dynamic tool of political communication and voter influence. The research evaluates the impact of debates on electoral competitiveness, digital integration, and democratic culture through the theoretical lenses of agenda-setting and mediatization. Practical recommendations are proposed for improving Uzbekistan’s political debate model in line with international standards.

In this article, the author focuses on the priority aspects of cooperation with the European Union in the current geopolitical and geoeconomic processes in Central Asia. The author of the article focuses on a separate assessment of Uzbekistan's position in such issues as regional integration, political cooperation, and green technologies. The author also emphasizes the role of the new Uzbekistan's cooperation relations with the European Union in solving the problems of the region, and puts forward a number of theoretical considerations and practical proposals.

This article explores the history, techniques, and contemporary significance of carpet weaving, which has developed in the territory of Karakalpakstan since ancient times. Based on archaeological findings and ethnographic studies, it is shown that carpet weaving originated as early as the Paleolithic era and evolved as a means of cultural exchange between various ethnic groups. Special attention is given to the evolution of weaving techniques—symmetric and asymmetric knots—as well as the common features of carpet weaving shared with neighboring peoples. The article also analyzes government measures to support handicrafts adopted in Uzbekistan and highlights the potential for involving the population in tourism through the development of carpet weaving. Carpet weaving is presented not only as part of historical and cultural heritage but also as an important resource for the development of the modern tourism industry.

This article examines the judicial system of the Bukhara Emirate during the reign of the Manghit dynasty (1756–1920) as an important component of public administration. Particular attention is paid to the structure of the courts, the mechanisms of their functioning, as well as issues of criminal law and punishment. The role of Sharia norms in the judicial practice of the emirate and their interaction with political reforms and socio-economic transformations of that time are analyzed. The study emphasizes the importance of religious and legal institutions in strengthening power and governing society.

On the basis of theoretical studies devoted to the modular system of proportioning architectural monuments of Uzbekistan, examples of harmonisation of facades of historical buildings are considered. The basic typology of constructive and artistic methods of forming and balancing facade compositions is presented, and the complexity of their shaping is noted. The proposed classification system covers a wide range of ways of proportioning facade elements, which is of value for the professional training of restoration architects. The developed principles can be applied in the practice of harmonisation of facades of architectural monuments.

This article analyzes the history of the Kazakh people in Uzbekistan, and the demographic situation of the Kazakhs of Uzbekistan during the years of independence. The opportunities created for the development of the traditional cultural heritage of all nationalities and peoples living in multinational Uzbekistan are discussed.

This article explores the religious, cultural, and intellectual landscape of the Khorasan and Transoxiana regions during the 3rd and 4th centuries AH (9th and 10th centuries CE) through the lens of classical Muslim geographical literature. Focusing on the works of prominent geographers such as Istakhri, Ibn Hawqal, and al-Maqdisi, the study investigates how these texts portray the natural, political, and spiritual boundaries of the region. Particular attention is given to the description of scientific institutions, religious pluralism, and sectarian diversity, shedding light on the vibrant scholarly and cultural atmosphere of the period. The article further evaluates the historiographical and analytical value of these sources for modern historical and geographical scholarship.

This article is devoted to the historiography of migration processes in the countries of Central Asia. It also analyzes the causes and factors of migration in the Republics of Uzbekistan, Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan, and Turkmenistan based on the scientific research and theories proposed by local, Russian, and foreign scholars.

The rapid emergence and expansion of the "sharing economy," exemplified by platforms like Uber and Airbnb, have sparked intense debate regarding its fundamental nature and societal implications. While often lauded for its efficiency, innovation, and community-building potential, a growing critical perspective argues that these platforms represent a new, intensified form of capital accumulation. This article undertakes a critical political-economic analysis of the capital-extractive sharing economy, positioning it as a contemporary manifestation of primitive accumulation. Drawing upon Marxist theory and contemporary critiques, this study examines how these platforms dispossess traditional labor, create new precarious labor forces (the "precariat"), and enclose previously non-commodified assets, thereby facilitating novel avenues for capital extraction. By synthesizing evidence from labor disputes, regulatory challenges, and theoretical discussions, this analysis aims to illuminate the underlying mechanisms of wealth concentration and power dynamics inherent in the platform-mediated sharing economy, challenging its utopian narratives and advocating for a more nuanced understanding of its socio-economic impact.