Uzbek students studying abroad will receive support in building successful careers upon their return home, President Shavkat Mirziyoyev announced during a dialogue with the nation’s youth at the Kuksaroy residence on February 14.
“A leader who does not understand that youth is the main link in our great future has no right to be in our ranks,” Mirziyoyev stated, reaffirming his commitment to youth empowerment.
He described the younger generation as the "creators of today’s and tomorrow’s New Uzbekistan," highlighting that 60% of the country's population consists of young people.
The Youth Agency, alongside the Civil Service Development Agency, will now be responsible for supporting Uzbek students studying abroad—assessing their needs, facilitating their return, and helping them integrate into the workforce to build successful careers.
The president noted that Uzbekistan is setting goals because of its confidence in the resilience and energy of its youth.
“Where will the new Khorezmi, Biruni, Ibn Sino, Mirzo Ulugbek, and Alisher Navoi come from? Who will implement these grand tasks? Of course, these good ideas will be realized by you—the young people of today’s New Uzbekistan,” he said.
Mirziyoyev praised the achievements of young people in various fields, stating that they serve as role models for their peers. He highlighted that over 1,500 Uzbek students are currently studying at the world’s top universities—an unprecedented development in the nation’s history.
A key factor in these advancements, according to the president, is the state's renewed focus on youth.
“If you ask what the main factor is, I would first of all answer that it is a complete change in attitude towards youth at the state level,” he noted.
This shift has empowered young people, giving them greater opportunities in education, politics, and innovation.
He pointed to the success of the Presidential School in Tashkent, which recently won in the "Global Secondary Schools" category of the Zayed Sustainability Prize in Abu Dhabi. Additionally, he acknowledged the growing political participation of young people, with members of the Youth Parliament now holding two seats in the Legislative Chamber and 250 seats in local councils.
The president reiterated the importance of educating young women, stating, “If we educate one girl, we educate the whole family. If the family is educated and enlightened, the whole society will be educated and enlightened.”
He noted that the number of female students in Uzbekistan has increased 11 times due to state-funded educational contracts for women.
Saida Mirziyoyeva: Women Make Up 48% of Uzbekistan's Scientists
On February 11, Assistant to the President Saida Mirziyoyeva highlighted that women now make up 48% of the country’s scientific community. She spoke about their contributions to research and innovation, stressing that supporting women in science remains a priority for the government.
In 2024 thousands of women in Uzbekistan found new opportunities. Over 251,000 secured permanent jobs, and 177,000 completed vocational training. To help women start or grow their businesses, the government provided $22.4mn in subsidies and $268.7mn in loans.
Uzbekistan has also made progress in global gender rankings, moving up from 103rd place in 2022 to 52nd in the 2024 Gender Equality and Governance Index, showing the country’s ongoing efforts to create more opportunities for women.
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