Shavkat Mirziyoyev casts a vote in elections

Today, December 22, elections are held in our country to the Legislative Chamber of Oliy Majlis and local Councils.

President of Uzbekistan Shavkat Mirziyoyev, together with his family members, arrived at the polling station No. 162 of the Mirzo-Ulugbek district (Tashkent city) and participated in the ballot, president.uz reports.

Article 117 of the Constitution enshrines the right of citizens of Uzbekistan to elect and be elected to representative bodies of state power. The right to vote, equality and freedom of expression are guaranteed by law.

This important socio-political event takes place under the slogan “New Uzbekistan – new elections”, in conditions of increased political activity of citizens and in accordance with new electoral legislation.

The head of state talked with citizens, who arrived at polling station No. 162, posed for several pictures with them. He wished success to the young people voting for the first time.

Representatives of the older generation expressed wishes for peace and tranquility in our country, good health to the President.

President Shavkat Mirziyoyev also spoke with foreign observers and representatives of the media. They noted that the elections are being held openly, at a high organizational level, with a high socio-political activity of citizens.