#religious-coexistence

#religious-coexistence

For many Americans, Uzbekistan has long been misunderstood. It was once a closed republic of the Soviet Union isolated, constrained, and overshadowed by the legacy of communism. But the country I visited is something vastly different. Uzbekistan today is charting a bold new path: expanding its economy, protecting workers, empowering women, and embracing modernization without sacrificing cultural or religious identity.