A new stage of reforms has begun in the state governance system of the Republic of Uzbekistan, the most important part of which is the closure of the Information and Mass Communications Agency. This was reported by Upl.uz.
This decision is part of comprehensive reforms adopted within the framework of President Shavkat Mirziyoyev's decree on "Measures to enhance efficiency, proactivity, and results in the state governance system." A national content production center is planned to be established based on the material and technical resources and personnel of the closed agency, with its tasks and powers to be clearly defined in the near future.
These changes are being implemented against the backdrop of a deep reorganization of the presidential administration. From now on, the administration will operate based on updated principles.
One of the main innovations is the requirement that all drafts of normative legal documents undergo mandatory expertise and be based on scientific research. For this purpose, analytical institutions within the presidential administration will be actively involved, and the recommendations of local and foreign experts and scholars will also be taken into account.
This approach aims to enhance the quality and justification of the decisions being made. Special project offices are being established to implement the strategic directions of the reforms.
At the same time, a compliance system is being introduced in the presidential administration. These measures are aimed at ensuring systematic control of legality, strengthening executive discipline, and especially creating mechanisms to prevent corruption risks.
The transparency of the activities of state bodies is one of the priority areas. Within the framework of the new structure, positions of representatives of the President in specific areas will be established, and they will take personal responsibility for their fields.
The reforms will also directly affect the system of relations between the government and society. The document envisions increasing the accountability of state bodies, including regional governors, to citizens.
For this purpose, the institute of press secretaries will be strengthened, and they will be provided with new powers and tools. A new system for effective communication with the public and working with the media will be introduced, which will serve to make the communication between the state and society systematic and effective.
The Information and Mass Communications Agency was established in 2019, and during its initial activities, it was led by the President's close associate Sayyora Mirziyoyeva. This has given the agency a special status and influence in the country's media and political spheres.
