It was also noted that the reforms undertaken in many areas in Uzbekistan have centered on ensuring fundamental human rights and freedoms, with positive results. These include ensuring gender equality, eradicating child and forced labor, enhancing the role of civil society institutions and ensuring freedom of speech.

At the presentation of the book "Uzbekistan: The Pearl of Central Asia", President of the Diplomatic Circle of Geneva R. Blum noted that the strategy "Uzbekistan-2030" is designed to make the country more just, independent, secular and prosperous. This book will allow the French-speaking community to learn more about Uzbekistan, its rich culture and huge potential.

On the same day, the Authorized Person of the Oliy Majlis for Human Rights (Ombudsman) met with the Head of the Secretariat of the UN Committee against Torture, H. Leoz Invernon.

The meeting focused on the work of the Ombudsman to identify and prevent cases of torture. It is noted that representatives of civil society institutions are constantly involved in monitoring visits to penitentiary institutions.

On this day, the head of the secretariat of the UN Committee against Torture emphasized the important role of the Ombudsman institution in protecting human rights and interests in Uzbekistan. He highly appreciated the fact that this year the Ombudsman submitted an alternative report to the report of the Government of Uzbekistan on the implementation of the Convention against Torture and Other Cruel, Inhuman or Degrading Treatment or Punishment to the relevant United Nations committee.

At the end of the conversation, the UN representative expressed his readiness to develop close and constructive cooperation with the Ombudsman Institute.

Press Service of the Authorized Person of the Oliy Majlis for Human Rights (Ombudsman)