Oliy Majlis, Bicameral legislature in Tashkent, Uzbekistan
The Oliy Majlis is a bicameral parliament in Tashkent consisting of an upper chamber with 100 seats and a lower chamber with 150 seats. The system combines regional representation through elections with presidential appointments to the upper house.
The parliament was established in 1995 as a two-chamber system, replacing the single-chamber structure from the Soviet era. This change marked a significant step in how the newly independent country organized its legislative branch.
The parliament building reflects how the state values representation from all regions of the country. You can see how the spaces are organized to show the federal structure and the importance placed on regional voices in decision-making.
Visiting the building typically requires advance notice and may not be possible every day. It is helpful to check ahead since parliamentary sessions and official events can affect public access.
The upper chamber has a mixed composition: while 84 senators are elected by regional assemblies, 16 are directly appointed by the president. This combination of elections and appointments sets this system apart from typical Western parliaments.
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