THE UNITED NATIONS HUMAN RIGHTS COMMITTEE AND UZBEKISTAN: PATHWAYS OF REFORM AND COOPERATION

Аннотация

This article explores Uzbekistan’s engagement with the United Nations Human Rights Committee (HRC) within the framework of the International Covenant on Civil and Political Rights (ICCPR). It highlights the reforms undertaken by Uzbekistan to comply with international human rights obligations and underscores the constructive role of the HRC’s recommendations in shaping national policy. The article provides a citizen’s perspective on tangible improvements in justice, labor practices, civil society development, and international dialogue. It argues that Uzbekistan’s cooperation with the HRC reflects not only adherence to treaty commitments but also a strategic choice to modernize governance and build a more just society.