Diasporas (A Theoretical Analysis of an Ethno-Political Phenomenon).

This article provides a theoretical analysis of diasporas as an ethno-political phenomenon and examines their role in contemporary socio-political processes. The study emphasizes that diaspora is not merely an ethnic minority residing outside its historical homeland, but rather an institutionalized form of an ethnic community characterized by a strong sense of collective identity and active engagement with its homeland. The author analyzes different scholarly definitions of diaspora and proposes a synthesized definition highlighting three key features: residence outside the historical homeland, a developed sense of communal identity, and institutionalization. The article further explores the political, social, and international significance of diasporas, demonstrating how organized diaspora communities can influence both domestic socio-political stability and international relations. Particular attention is given to the role of diasporas in strengthening trade, economic cooperation, cultural exchange, and diplomatic engagement between host states and historical homelands. Examples of Jewish, Armenian, Indian, and Chinese diasporas illustrate the substantial political and economic impact such communities may exert at the global level. The study concludes that diasporas function as important mediating actors between states, contributing to cultural diversity, social cohesion, and international cooperation. The topic is especially relevant for multiethnic states such as Uzbekistan, where interethnic harmony and the study of both domestic ethnic minorities and Uzbek diasporas abroad are of strategic importance.

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