​Giyosbek Uskanboev is a Research Fellow at the Center for Progressive Reforms (CPR) and a dedicated scholar specializing in Russian and Eurasian Studies, with a particular focus on the geopolitical transformation of the post-Soviet space. He is a graduate of the University of World Economy and Diplomacy (UWED), where his academic trajectory centered on International Relations, strategic culture, and the comparative analysis of foreign policy decision-making processes.

Prior to his current role, Mr. Uskanboev served as a Research Fellow at the Institute for Advanced International Studies (IAIS), specifically within the Center for Afghanistan and South Asian Studies. In this capacity, he contributed to high-level analytical reports and policy-oriented research projects that examined the security nexus between Central Asia and the broader Eurasian continent. His work involved monitoring volatile political dynamics and crisis management strategies, providing him with a robust foundation in regional security architectures.

In addition to traditional scholarship, he is a practitioner of digital diplomacy and public history. As the founder of the educational platform “TARIXIY VIDEOLAR TV,” which engages over 130,000 subscribers, he has successfully bridged the gap between academic rigor and public discourse. His research interests are multidisciplinary, centering on the institutional evolution of the Eurasian Economic Union, the strategic imperatives of Russian foreign policy, and the interplay of Great Power competition within Central Asia. He actively conducts in-depth research, prepares comprehensive policy briefs, and publishes analytical articles aimed at translating complex regional trends for both academic audiences and policymakers.