The public discussion of the draft constitutional law "On Amendments and Additions to the Constitution of the Republic of Uzbekistan" is being held based on the principles "The people are the only source and author of laws" and "All important decisions are made on the basis of direct dialogue with the people and taking into account public opinion."

The formation of a powerful and progressive state is based on a number of factors. In this process, the active participation of women in socio-political activities, ensuring their rights and freedoms is an important factor in the economic development of the country and the democratization of society. 

On 15-16 September this year, the city of Samarkand hosted the 22nd summit of the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation. It is not by chance that the city which has been the centre of interethnic dialogue, cultural and spiritual cooperation as well as trade and scientific exchanges was chosen for the comprehensive and prestigious event, which attracted the attention of the entire world. This way the emphasis was placed on the Uzbek statehood and its historical potential.