During the event, Uzbekistan’s achievements were highlighted as a result of strong political will and personal initiative from the country’s President, Shavkat Mirziyoyev.
Tanzila Narbayeva, Chairperson of the Senate of the Oliy Majlis and Head of the National Commission on Combating Human Trafficking and Forced Labor, presented a report on “Uzbekistan’s Experience in Eradicating Child Labor”. She emphasized that Uzbekistan’s strict stance on preventing child and forced labor, as well as its ratification of key international instruments, provided a strong legal foundation for reforms in this area. The country’s Constitution and Labor Code now prohibit all forms of child labor, and the government’s policies prioritize social protection and the well-being of its citizens.
The efforts of Uzbekistan to ratify relevant ILO conventions, align national legislation with international standards, hold accountable those who violate labor rights, and strengthen the institutional framework in this area were praised by conference participants.
The event also featured speakers from the International Labour Organization, the International Trade Union Confederation, the International Organisation of Employers, UNICEF, and official delegations from the Philippines, Morocco, Chile, Germany, and Brazil.
Experts recognized Uzbekistan’s experience as a model for other countries striving to eliminate child and forced labor.
Norgul Abduraimova, UzA