VII. The Contemporary Period, 1945–2000 > B. Europe, 1945–2000 > 7. Eastern Europe, 1945–2000 > i. Russia (Union of Soviet Socialist Republics and Successor States) > 2. Post-Soviet Successor Republics in Europe and Asia > o. Uzbekistan > 1991, Aug. 31
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1991, Aug. 31
 
The Supreme Soviet declared the independence of Uzbekistan and changed its name to Republic of Uzbekistan.  1
 
Dec. 29
 
In presidential elections, incumbent president Islam Karimov won with 86 percent of the vote. The opposition party was banned from participating.  2
 
 
 
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