On January 13, the newly established National Center for Defense Management hosted an enlarged meeting of the Security Council chaired by the President of the Republic of Uzbekistan, Supreme Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces Shavkat Mirziyoyev.
The event was attended by members of the Security Council, the Command of the Armed Forces, heads of military-administrative sectors, representatives of state and public organizations.
It has become a tradition in Uzbekistan to hold an annual meeting of the Security Council on the eve of Defender of the Fatherland Day. This year marks the 30th anniversary of the establishment of the Armed Forces of Uzbekistan. At the beginning of the meeting, the head of state congratulated all servicemen and veterans of the industry on this holiday.
The meeting analyzed the results of the Armed Forces and the military-administrative sector in 2021 and identified priorities for the future.
It was noted that as a result of comprehensive measures taken in all areas of military construction over the past five years, both the image of the national army and the level of training of troops have changed. Infrastructure in military units and training camps, conditions for soldiers and officers have improved. In 2021, the Uzbek military took the honorary 2nd place at the International Army Games.
This work is being continued, and the capabilities of combat units are being expanded. A new system of state border security is being introduced.
At the meeting, Shavkat Mirziyoyev first of all focused on the issues of training and popularization of advanced methods. It was noted that it is necessary to improve the skills of military teachers and turn the Armed Forces Academy into a military science center. The task was given to effectively integrate the Institute of Military Heritage and Modern Research into the system of military education and scientific activity.
It was noted that the provision of the Armed Forces with modern weapons and military equipment, as well as the modernization of existing ones will remain one of the priorities in the field of military construction.
Based on these goals and the nature of modern threats, the task was set to adopt a conceptual program for further development of the Armed Forces in 2022-2026.
Instructions were given to take the activity of the General Staff of the Armed Forces to a qualitatively new level, to strengthen the air defense system.
In the current situation of intense struggle in the world information space, the importance of ensuring information security, protecting young people from foreign ideas, psychological training of servicemen and strengthening the fighting spirit was emphasized.
It was noted that the command staff should improve their skills in planning modern operations, rational management of troops, effective use of available forces and means. It is important to create a reserve of promising personnel for leadership and command positions, their gradual preparation for these positions and their appointment on a competitive basis.
In the current context in which the dynamics of combat operations are increasing and new methods are emerging, success depends in many respects on the movement of small units led by a commander-sergeant. Therefore, the task was set to radically improve the system of training sergeant-instructors for the Armed Forces.
Tasks were given to positively address the appeals of the population, improve the social, engineering and communication infrastructure at places, ensure market saturation and price stability.
“Maintaining the security, peace and tranquility of our people will remain our top priority today and in the future. Because only peace is the main guarantee of the comprehensive development of our country. The New Year – 2022 – must be a decisive year in all areas, including the Armed Forces,” the President said.
National Center for Defense Management
The meeting of the Security Council was held at the newly opened National Center for Defense Management of the Republic of Uzbekistan.
According to the official release, the center, set up at the Ministry of Defense, incorporates the most modern forms of military management, specialized in coordinating the activities of all power structures. The complex with high-tech capabilities provides real-time monitoring of the country’s air borders, the process of training at educational institutions and training camps, control the movement of units through trunk communication.
The Supreme Commander-in-Chief got acquainted with the conditions and technical capabilities created at the center. He instructed officials to effectively coordinate its activities and quickly integrate it into the defense system.
“This center should become a basic structure for ensuring the military security of our country. It is necessary to develop a software and hardware package for the center together with the Ministry of ICT Development,” Shavkat Mirziyoyev said.
