Erkinjon Turdimov steps down as Samarkand region governor; Adiz Boboyev appointed acting governor

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Erkinjon Turdimov's career highlights

Born in 1969 in Koshrabat district, Samarkand region, Turdimov graduated from the Tashkent Institute of National Economy in 1991 as an economist. His extensive career spans multiple leadership roles in Uzbekistan’s administrative and financial sectors:

  • 1991–1995: Entered the banking sector.
  • 1995–1996: Deputy Mayor of Zarafshan City, overseeing economic matters.
  • 1996–2000: Regional manager at the National Bank for Foreign Economic Activity in Navoi.
  • 2000–2008: Governor of Khatirchi district.
  • 2008: Briefly served as First Deputy Minister of Agriculture and Water Resources.
  • 2008–2016: Governor of Navoi region.
  • 2016–2018: Governor of Surkhandarya region.
  • 2018–2024: Governor of Samarkand region.

In recognition of his contributions, Turdimov was awarded the "Mehnat Shuhrati" Order in 2006.

Adiz Boboyev Appointed Acting Governor

Adiz Boboyev has been named acting governor of the Samarkand region, succeeding Turdimov. The appointment was formalized through a presidential decree.

Born in 1972 in the Bukhara region, Boboyev is a graduate of the Tashkent Institute of National Economy, specializing in economic and social planning. His career includes a series of prominent roles within the finance and administrative sectors:

  • 1993–2007: Various positions in Bukhara region's financial management, rising to deputy head of the Finance Department.
  • 2008–2010: Head of the Revenue Forecasting Department at the Republican Road Fund under the Ministry of Finance.
  • 2010–2019: Held several senior positions within the Ministry of Finance, including roles related to budget planning and investment management.
  • 2020–2024: Deputy Minister of Economic Development and Poverty Reduction, followed by Deputy Minister of Economy and Finance.
  • January 2024: Appointed Chairman of the Accounting Chamber.

Boboyev's extensive experience in economic governance and financial management is expected to guide Samarkand region’s development in his new role.

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