According to a social media post by Sherzod Asadov, press secretary to the President of Uzbekistan, Mirziyoyev signed the relevant decree, Report informed.
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Qudratkhodjayev’s candidacy had earlier been approved by deputies of the Legislative Chamber of the Oliy Majlis (parliament).
Shukhrat Kholmukhamedov was relieved of his post as defense minister in connection with his transfer to another position.
