Enhancing the role of the Ombudsperson of the Oliy Majlis in advocating for human rights and freedoms

The OSCE Project Co-ordinator in Uzbekistan, in co-operation with the Authorized Person of the Oliy Majlis of the Republic of Uzbekistan for Human Rights (Ombudsperson), organised a round table titled “The Authority of the Ombudsperson of the Oliy Majlis in the protection of human rights and freedoms” on 10 December 2024 in Urgench, Khorezm region.

This event was dedicated to the 32nd anniversary of the Constitution of the Republic of Uzbekistan and International Human Rights Day, the aim being to highlight new legal mechanisms for protecting human rights. Forty participants, including representatives of Oliy Majlis, local government and law enforcement officials, as well as civil society institutions, engaged in discussions on the amended Constitution, which guarantees the rights, freedoms and legitimate interests of every person.

The round table provided an opportunity to exchange views on potential areas for enhancing co-operation between government agencies and civil society institutions, as well as fostering public accountability. A related event is scheduled to take place in Tashkent on 17 December.