Islam Karimov
Islam Karimov was the first President of Uzbekistan, serving from 1991 until his death in 2016. His rule was characterized by authoritarianism and human rights abuses, including the use of forced labor, especially in the cotton industry. Karimov's legacy continues to influence the political landscape of Uzbekistan.
Born on Jan 30, 1938 (87 years old)
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Countries Mentioned
| Country | Mentions | Sentiment | Dominance | + Persistence | x Population | = Reach | x GDP (millions) | = Power |
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| United States | 1 | 6.00 | 0.04% | +0% | 331,002,651 | 133,630 | $21,000,000 | 8,478$ |
| Totals | 1 | 331,002,651 | 133,630 | $21,000,000 | 8,478$ |
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Recent Mentions
United States:
Islam Karimov's death led to an increase in tourism in Uzbekistan after visa procedures were simplified.
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Switzerland:
Gulnara Karimova was once considered a potential successor to her father, Islam Karimov.
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Slovakia:
Islam Karimov was a notorious autocrat whose legacy still affects the political landscape in Uzbekistan.
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Switzerland:
Islam Karimov was the long-time ruler of Uzbekistan who passed away in 2016.
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Vietnam:
Islam Karimov was the former president of Uzbekistan and the father of Gulnara Karimova.
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France:
Islam Karimov is the former president of Uzbekistan.
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United Kingdom:
Islam Karimov was the dictator of Uzbekistan before Shavkat Mirziyoyev took office.
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