During the meeting, the parties exchanged views on the protection of human rights and freedoms, the mandates and activities of national human rights institutions, practices of handling citizens’ complaints, as well as cooperation with parliaments.

Following the meeting, a “Roadmap” aimed at further strengthening bilateral cooperation in the field of human rights, expanding the exchange of experience, and implementing joint initiatives was approved.

For reference: The Human Rights Commission of Malaysia (SUHAKAM) was established under the Human Rights Commission of Malaysia Act adopted by Parliament in 1999 and has been operating since 2000. The Chairperson and members of the Commission are appointed by the King of Malaysia upon the recommendation of the Prime Minister in accordance with the procedure established by law. Currently, the Malaysian Ombudsman is accredited with “A” status by the Global Alliance of National Human Rights Institutions.

Within the framework of the Ombudsman’s foreign visits, the practice of holding meetings with citizens of the Republic of Uzbekistan working and studying abroad has been established. As part of this visit, a meeting was held at the Embassy of the Republic of Uzbekistan in Malaysia with compatriots residing and studying in the country, during which an open and constructive dialogue took place and citizens’ appeals and proposals were heard.

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