Uzbekistan’s positive experience in human rights is recognized in Geneva

As part of the Global Coalition for Social Justice Forum in Geneva, the Senate Chairperson, Tanzila Narbayeva, made an official statement at a panel discussion on “Dialogue of partners – the economy of human rights”.

The Chairperson of the Senate stressed that within the framework of the Uzbekistan 2030 Strategy, implemented at the initiative of the President of Uzbekistan, special attention is paid to ensuring human rights, strengthening social justice, and creating decent living conditions for every citizen.

The statement emphasized that economic and social policies should serve citizens’ interests, and human rights should become the foundation of an inclusive and sustainable economy.

As noted, Uzbekistan considers the main priorities to be the development of human potential, the fight against corruption, effective governance, and the achievement of environmental sustainability. These principles are harmoniously combined with the approach of a human rights-based economy.

In recent years, Uzbekistan has achieved significant results in terms of labor rights. All the main and priority ILO conventions have been ratified. These international standards are reflected in the renewed Constitution and the Labor Code. The institution of collective agreements protecting the interests of women, youth, and vulnerable groups has been strengthened. It was also emphasized that social protection is considered not only a privilege but also a fundamental right.

The National Strategy for Social Protection until 2030, developed in cooperation with the ILO, provides universal coverage, social services, social insurance, and active measures in the labor market.

The need for a deep integration of human rights principles into global financial management systems was emphasized following the statement. This approach plays a significant role in achieving the Sustainable Development Goals and implementing the “No one should be forgotten” principle.

During the event, the Office of the United Nations High Commissioner for Human Rights recognized the positive experience of Uzbekistan in terms of human rights achieved in recent years.

Uzbekistan has reaffirmed its willingness to cooperate, openness to the exchange of experience, and its firm position that every policy, budget, and reform should be developed considering human rights.

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During her visit to Geneva, Chairperson of the Senate, Chairperson of the National Commission on Combating Human Trafficking and Forced Labour, Tanzila Narbayeva, met with Director of the ILO International Labour Standards Department, Corinne Vargha.

During the meeting, it was noted that Uzbekistan is systematically working to ratify international labor conventions. 25 conventions and protocols have been ratified.

Following the current visit, a special roadmap will be developed, taking into account the recommendations of the ILO Department.

As part of implementing the Decent Work Country Program in Uzbekistan for 2021-2025, all plans, including tasks for the further development of the Institute of Labor Inspection, are being implemented.

Ms. Vargha highly appreciated Uzbekistan’s achievements in ensuring labor rights. It was noted that Uzbekistan has become a reliable partner of the ILO, demonstrating its commitment to international standards. Uzbekistan’s labor inspection system can serve as an example for other countries, and the ILO stands ready to continue its comprehensive support.