THE EARLY YEARS OF INDEPENDENCE DURING ISLOM KARIMOV'S ERA: FORMATION AND DEVELOPMENT OF STATE SOVEREIGNTY

This article provides a scientific analysis of the early years of the Republic of Uzbekistan's independence under Islom Karimov and the process of forming state sovereignty. The study examines the consolidation of internal and external political independence of Uzbekistan as a sovereign state in political, economic, and social spheres. It also explores the constitutional foundations, state symbols, and the process of international recognition. Furthermore, the article analyzes the political reforms, governance system, and strategic measures taken to strengthen sovereignty during the early years of independence.