A round table was held at the Content Preparation Center for Mass Media with the participation of heads, chief editors, creative teams, and responsible employees of non-state television and radio channels.
The event was organized in a hybrid format via video conferencing, which included representatives of local non-state television and radio channels from all regions of the country online.
The meeting was initiated by the Department of Communications of the Administration of the President of the Republic of Uzbekistan and was dedicated to the development of the television and radio sphere, supporting the professional activities of journalists, and further improving the media space.
During the event, particular attention was paid to the key tasks outlined in the state leader's festive greetings for press and media workers.
It was noted that increasing the social protection of media workers, properly rewarding their labor, strengthening their health, improving qualifications, and enhancing living conditions are among the most important tasks of our time.
Furthermore, information was presented that the Department of Communications of the Presidential Administration is working on creating a new comprehensive concept and draft normative legal act to support mass media.
During the discussions, it was emphasized that this document aims to identify and eliminate problems existing in the activities of the media, strengthen the legal and social protection of journalists, improve the system of training modern personnel, and introduce mechanisms for continuous professional development. Directions for supporting young journalists, stimulating creative activity, as well as developing and enhancing the authority and role of the Uzbek Journalists Association were also considered.
It was stressed that the vital and effective implementation of this draft document will be based on the practical experience, proposals, and comments of media sector representatives. Therefore, the round table was organized in an atmosphere of open dialogue, where the opinions and initiatives of the participants were heard.
Within the framework of the round table, there was also a comprehensive exchange of views regarding the development of non-state television and radio channel activities, the creation of high-quality and competitive content, in-depth study of audience needs, strengthening integration with digital platforms, and implementing modern media technologies. Problems arising in regional television and radio channels and ways to solve them were discussed.
It was noted that the proposals and recommendations made by the participants will become an important basis for improving the new draft normative legal act. This, in turn, will ensure the interests of journalists, stable development of the television and radio sphere, and advance the country's media space to a new level.
Following the round table, which took place in an open and constructive atmosphere, it was decided to sequentially continue such meetings, organize events with representatives of other sectors of the media industry, and regularly summarize proposals for the development of the industry.
A round table was held at the center for media content preparation with the participation of heads and employees of print media, as well as chief editors and responsible persons. This event was organized in a hybrid format via video conferencing, which included representatives from local publications' editorial offices from various regions of the republic online.
During the live, sincere, and constructive dialogue, the head of the Uzbekistan Journalists Association, the renowned figure Shuhrat Oripov, emphasized that ensuring freedom of speech and the press, as well as increasing the role of the media in society's life, are among the stable directions of state policy in the country in recent years.
It was acknowledged that systematic work is being carried out in the country to modernize the media space and raise the quality of national content to international standards. Furthermore, legal guarantees aimed at protecting the legitimate interests of the media and strengthening their material and technical base are gradually being expanded.
The system for providing the population with timely and quality information has significantly improved due to the widespread introduction of digital technologies into the national media sphere. Special attention is paid to training young and talented personnel capable of meeting the requirements of modern journalism, as well as organizing their internships abroad.
The activities of state bodies and institutions in the field of information provision have been radically activated, and an open dialogue has been established between them, the media, and the public. The practice of holding open discussions and preparing analytical and critical materials on current socio-economic problems in local publications and television channels is expanding.
The regulatory framework governing the information sphere is being improved in accordance with modern requirements, creating a free creative environment for industry participants. The development of internet journalism and the blogosphere contributes to strengthening public control as an institution of civil society.
The opportunities for widely promoting our national values on the international arena are expanding through increasing the competitiveness of local media products. Participants highly appreciated that the discussion was dedicated to comprehensive issues of modern press development and support for industry workers.
During the round table, special attention was paid to the priority tasks outlined in the state leader's holiday greeting for press and media workers. It was noted that it is extremely important to ensure social protection, stimulate labor, improve health, and enhance the living conditions of media workers.
An initiative has been put forward to develop a new comprehensive conceptual and normative document by the Department of Communications of the Presidential Administration. Within this initiative, a number of issues are planned to be studied, including identifying problems in the development of media activities, creating modern mechanisms for the legal and social protection of journalists, implementing fundamental models for personnel training, organizing systematic professional development and supporting young journalists, as well as improving the activities of the Uzbekistan Journalists Association.
It is important that the draft of this normative document will be formed not only based on the views of one organization but also on the opinions and proposals of the journalists themselves, as they best know the industry and feel its pain points.
Today's meeting was organized precisely for this purpose. Round table participants shared their views on expanding the audience of print media, improving content quality, integration with digital platforms, and discussed the real difficulties faced by editorial offices and ways to solve them.
The proposed solutions will contribute to creating a system that serves the interests of journalists and contributes to the development of the country's media space. It is planned that such meetings will be held regularly, with future stages involving representatives of internet publications, bloggers, and independent media experts.
The statute of limitations is defined as the period established by law for protecting human rights through the court. However, there are certain requirements that are not limited by the statute of limitations, allowing one to appeal to the court at any time.
According to Imomali Tuev, an employee of Tashkent State Law University, the requirements that are not subject to the statute of limitations include the protection of personal property rights and intangible assets. These include honor, dignity, privacy, as well as name and surname.
A citizen's right to demand the return of their own funds from bank deposits or receive compensation from a deposit guarantee agency is not dependent on time. Furthermore, in case of harm to a citizen's health or life, even if the appeal to the court is delayed, compensation will be paid for the last three years.
If material damage is caused as a result of a crime, the person affected by the crime can appeal to the court regardless of how much time has passed. Also, the statute of limitations is not limited for claims to terminate any violations of the rights of an owner or another holder, even if these violations are not related to the deprivation of ownership (according to Article 231 of this Code). The statute of limitations also does not apply to the return of objects of historical and cultural heritage, as well as to the return of national wealth exported from the country before gaining independence, such as artifacts, works of art, and ancient items.
The author emphasizes that the passage of time does not mean the loss of rights. If the issue falls into the categories mentioned above, it should be considered that the possibility of protecting one's rights remains, despite the expiration of the statute of limitations. The basis for these provisions is Article 163 of the Civil Code of the Republic of Uzbekistan.
The entrance exams were conducted to select talented youth, objectively assess their intellectual potential, and open up broad avenues in modern education. This task is one of the priorities in the country's educational policy.
Test assessments were organized at the branch of the Muhammad al-Khwarizmi Specialized School in the Syrdarya region in accordance with these principles for admitting students for the 2026–2027 academic year. The admission processes, which took place simultaneously across the republic, were also carried out at a high level in the Syrdarya region.
Candidates took tests in mathematics and English. The exams were organized in several locations: at the district unit of the Agency for Knowledge and Ability Assessment, in the hall of individual competitions of the Guliston Center for Training for Olympic and Paralympic Sports, at the specialized gymnastics school, and in the buildings of the Muhammad al-Khwarizmi Specialized School branch in Guliston.
This year, 3633 students participated in the admissions campaign. Safety, order, and objective assessment requirements were fully provided for them. All classrooms were equipped with the necessary technical means, ensuring equal opportunities for every candidate. This has become an important aspect of the admission system aimed at prioritizing knowledge and abilities over any other factors.
To ensure the openness of the examination process, parents were given the opportunity to monitor their children's participation in the testing online. This not only guaranteed transparency but also strengthened confidence in the admissions campaign.
According to specialists, in addition to subject knowledge, candidates are assessed on their ability for logical thinking and intellectual potential. Therefore, the admission process to specialized schools plays a key role in identifying young people who will become highly qualified specialists in science and digital technologies in the future.
According to available information, three classes were created for the 5th grade at the Guliston branch, with 24 students admitted to each, totaling only 72 people. This means that about 51 candidates competed for one spot. The high competition clearly demonstrates the growing authority of this educational institution, the quality of education, and the interest in the opportunities it provides.
Following the tests, the most suitable, knowledgeable, and talented candidates will be accepted into the Muhammad al-Khwarizmi Specialized School branch.
