Advisor to the Rector of UWED
Professor Sherzod Abdullaev is a Professor of Political Science Department and an Advisor to the Rector of the University of World Economy and Diplomacy (UWED). Previously, Dr. Abdullaev headed the Higher School of Diplomacy at UWED, the Center for International Economic and Political Studies, the Coordination-Analytical Center for Foreign Policy Research at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs. Dr. Abdullaev was also a vicerector of Academy of Public Administration and advisor to the Minister of Foreign Affairs of Uzbekistan. In addition, Dr. Abdullaev has significant diplomatic experience. He was the deputy ambassador and minister counselor at the Embassy of Uzbekistan in the United States.
Dr. Abdullaev received his doctoral degree (DSc) in Historical Sciences. His research interests include security and development issues, anthropology and conflict studies in Central Asia.