CIG Signs MOU for Collaboration with the Uzbekistan Agency for the Development of the Public Service
June 24, 2025
SAMARKAND (Uzbekistan), 24 June 2025 – The Chandler Institute of Governance (CIG) and the Agency for the Development of Public Service under the President of the Republic of Uzbekistan (ARGOS) signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU), to formalise a partnership to strengthen public sector performance and governance in Uzbekistan. The MOU was signed by the First Deputy Director of ARGOS, Mr Amirtemirkhon Musaev, and CIG’s Chief Executive Officer, Mr. Wu Wei Neng. This MOU marks the start of a partnership between ARGOS and CIG, and establishes a structured framework to guide implementation of joint education and research activities, exchange of information, and technical and training programmes.
Both organisations expressed their commitment to the partnership, and CIG looks forward to working with ARGOS to strengthen public sector excellence in Uzbekistan.
CIG also engaged in introductory discussions with Dr. Jasur Salikhov, Rector of the Uzbekistan Academy of Public Policy and Administration, to explore potential areas of collaboration. CIG looks forward to embarking on further cooperation with the Academy of Public Policy and Administration to support the training and development of public servants in Uzbekistan.
Mr Amirtemirkhon Musaev, First Deputy Director of ARGOS, reflected on the start of the partnership.
"There is considerable potential for collaboration between our institutions. This memorandum establishes a strong foundation for effective, long-term cooperation."
Mr. Amirtemirkhon Musaev
First Deputy Director, Agency for the Development of Public Service under the President of the Republic of Uzbekistan
Mr. Wu Wei Neng, in turn, reaffirmed CIG’s commitment to support ARGOS in its work.
"We are honoured to embark on this partnership with ARGOS. The signing of the Memorandum of Understanding represents our shared commitment to support the strengthening of public sector performance and governance in Uzbekistan."
Mr. Wu Wei Neng
Chief Executive Officer of the Chandler Institute of Governance, and Chairman of the Chandler Academy of Governance
About the Agency for the Development of Public Service under the President of the Republic of Uzbekistan
The Agency for the Development of Public Service under the President of the Republic of Uzbekistan is the authorised government agency responsible for civil service administration. It elaborates human resource management policies within the government, implements a unified policy in the field of personnel management and oversees its implementation. The Agency operates under the direct authority of, and is accountable to, the President of the Republic of Uzbekistan.
About the Chandler Institute of Governance (CIG)
The Chandler Institute of Governance (CIG) is a non-profit organisation that works with governments worldwide to build a strong and efficient public sector. We are a team of seasoned government practitioners grounded in real-world experience, focusing on the critical ‘how’ of governance in our partnerships with governments to strengthen institutions and systems, equip leaders, and share knowledge. Drawing on proven practices from Singapore and around the world, we tailor our solutions to each country’s unique needs – because context matters in governance. We are not affiliated with any national government or political party, and we do not represent any partisan or commercial interests.
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