In Russian cities, Uzbeks occupy a precarious social stratum. They are the pavers, cleaners, delivery drivers, and construction workers. Russian social discourse often labels them "gastarbeiters" —a term loaded with xenophobia.
This paper examines the multifaceted relationship between ethnic Uzbeks and Russians in post-Soviet Uzbekistan, as well as the interstate relations between the Republic of Uzbekistan and the Russian Federation. Moving beyond purely political or economic analysis, it focuses on social topics: interethnic marriage, language policy, labor migration, social perceptions, and the evolving public memory of the Soviet era. The paper argues that while official Tashkent maintains a pragmatic partnership with Moscow, Uzbek society is undergoing a quiet but significant process of de-Russification and national identity reassertion, leading to a complex social landscape where cooperation coexists with cultural distancing. uzbek seks ru
Here is a deep dive into the key pillars of Uzbek-Russian relations and the social topics currently shaping the conversation. 1. The Economic Engine: Trade and Investment In Russian cities, Uzbeks occupy a precarious social stratum
