Uzbek-Russian Relations: Debt Relief (Case Study)

Júlia KROMKOVÁ

https://doi.org/10.53465/EDAMBA.2023.9788022551274.116-127

 

Abstract. The purpose of this article is to explore the dynamics of Uzbek-Russian bilateral relations.  The topic is covered in the context of historical development but also with respect to current issues that shape international agenda. The paper identifies areas of existing cooperation and defines potential areas for improvement and future developments. We also examine limits and threats to deepening bilateral cooperation. This article employs also a case study approach to examine the impact of the debt relief program with Russia, which was agreed upon in 2014. The case study was conducted using a range of sources, including a review of official documents and news reports to provide a comprehensive analysis. In the article, we point out that Uzbek-Russian relations have been complex over time, with Uzbekistan pursuing a pragmatic approach based on the tradition of political realism. The relations are still dynamically changing and updating due to the need to protect and promote national interests in uncertain times, updates of the country's foreign policy priorities, or global trends reflected by the state leaders also at the bilateral level.

Keywords: Uzbekistan, Russia, Relations, Cooperation, Debt, Security.

JEL classification: F 50, F 59, F 34

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Online publication date: 25 January 2024

ISBN: 978-80-225-5127-4

Publisher: University of Economics in Bratislava

Pages: 116-127

 

To cite this proceedings paper (STN ISO 690 and 690-2): 

KROMKOVÁ, J. 2024. Uzbek-Russian Relations: Debt Relief (Case Study). In PETROVSKÁ, F. (ed.). EDAMBA 2023: Conference Proceedings. Bratislava: University of Economics in Bratislava, 2024. ISBN 978-80-225-5127-4, pp. 116-127

https://doi.org/10.53465/EDAMBA.2023.9788022551274.116-127