Uzbek President Shavkat Mirziyoev has cut the staff of the government and state entities by 24 percent. According to a presidential decree signed on January 25, the number of deputies of ministers and heads of numerous state bodies will be cut to 144 people, which will allow 703 vehicles and 10 buildings to be used for other needs. The move will also save almost $138 million for the state budget, the decree says. To read the original story by RFE/RL's Uzbek Service, click here.
Uzbek President Cuts Staff Of Ministries, State Entities By Almost One-Quarter
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