MPs discuss draft law on business ombudsman

MPs considered this draft in the first reading. It was noted that the document is aimed at strengthening the guarantees of protecting the rights and legitimate interests of business entities, preventing unjustified interference of state bodies and other organizations in their activities, identifying legal mechanisms for activities of the institution of the so-called business ombudsman.

The deputies emphasized that this law will open wide opportunities for ensuring and protecting the rights and legitimate interests of business entities. Business ombudsperson will not only assist local business entities, but also foreign companies, operating in Uzbekistan.

The draft law was developed taking into account the best foreign experience, in particular such countries as the USA, France, Great Britain, Australia, Canada, South Korea.