The study aims to analyse the relationship between state institutions and corruption in Uzbekistan. The study addresses the historical context of corruption in Uzbekistan, analysing reforms and institutional changes aimed at combating corruption, and determines that the measures taken by Uzbekistan following the ratification of the United Nations Convention against Corruption demonstrate the national determination to fight corruption at all levels. A comparison with the Baltic countries, including Albania, shows that, despite similar problems, Uzbekistan lags in terms of the pace of digital solutions and transparency.