Today, at the initiative of the Competition Policy and Consumer Rights Research Center, another scientific and practical seminar was organized with the participation of professors, lecturers, and doctoral students of the Department of Regional Economics of the University of Economics. At the seminar, an exchange of views took place on the processes of regional economic development in our country, the importance of a scientific approach in the formation of a competitive environment and the improvement of market mechanisms. Professors and researchers exchanged views on pressing issues in the field of competition policy and consumer rights protection, as well as the opportunities for using modern methods in regional economic analysis. #Competition Policy #Regional Economics #Seminar
The event covered in detail the application of ethical and legal standards in advertising, procedures for installing and certifying outdoor advertising objects, modern trends and methods of advertising in mass media and social networks, the goals and principles of introducing the “Outdoor Advertising” digital monitoring system, as well as measures to prevent violations in the advertising sector. Participants of the training received comprehensive information on licensing and permitting procedures for advertising activities, legal regulations, and practical mechanisms of antimonopoly control. This course aims to enhance the legal knowledge and professional qualifications of advertisers, media representatives, and specialists interested in the field, as well as to foster a fair competitive environment in the advertising market. At the end of the course, participants were awarded special certificates. #Competition #Seminar-training #Advertising
The Competition Policy and Consumer Rights Research Center under the Competition Committee organized a practical training seminar in Namangan for employees of business entities engaged in the wholesale and retail trade of medicines and medical devices. This event was held as part of the ongoing series of training courses implemented by the Center in the regions. During the training, participants received practical knowledge and skills in the following areas:- provisions of the Law “On Competition”,- requirements for consumer rights protection,- violations recorded in the “FAIR TECH” information system,- licensing requirements and their proper application,- reference pricing system,- restrictions under the Law “On Advertising”. The training course was conducted by leading experts from the Committee and the Center, as well as experienced specialists from the sector. In order to effectively implement competition policy at the local level and enhance the legal knowledge and professional skills of industry representatives, such training courses are systematically held across all regions of the Republic. Upon completion of the course, participants were awarded certificates. #Research center #Namangan #Training #Pharmaceuticals
The Center for Competition Policy and Consumer Rights Research under the Antimonopoly Committee of Uzbekistan has successfully completed a series of practical training courses for employees of government agencies, commercial banks, pharmaceutical organizations, and business entities. A special course for Microcreditbank employees provided practical knowledge on the Law “On Competition,” rules of competition in public procurement processes, and mechanisms for detecting unfair competition and cartel agreements in tenders. A course for representatives of state and business entities covered modern topics such as antimonopoly compliance, analysis of market dominance on digital platforms, and identification of manipulative practices in exchange trading. In a specialized course for the pharmaceutical sector, discussions were held on licensing requirements for the sale of medicines and medical products, formation of reference prices, provisions of the Law “On Advertising,” and violations detected via the “FAIR TECH” information system. All courses were held at a high level with the participation of Committee specialists, university scholars, and leading industry experts. Upon completion, participants were awarded certificates. These courses, aimed at implementing competition policy in practice, refreshing sectoral knowledge, and improving professional qualifications, are systematically organized by the Center.
During this course, participants received theoretical and practical knowledge on the following key topics: ⏺ Basic principles of the Law "On Competition";⏺ Dominant position, monopolies and natural monopolies;⏺ Unfair competition and cartel agreements;⏺ Violations of antitrust legislation in the process of public procurement and tenders;⏺ Evaluation of the dominant position of digital platforms in the market;⏺ Manipulation in exchange trading and legal liability. The lectures were given by specialists with extensive practical experience - responsible employees of the Committee and representatives of legal circles.The educational process became even more effective thanks to practical examples, open dialogue with experts and test assignments. This course contributes to the improvement of the competitive environment, ensuring transparency and legality in the relationship between government agencies and business entities. Upon completion of the course, the participants were awarded certificates.
The following topics were covered during the training course: -The Law "On Competition" and its significance in the economy; -Criteria for recognizing a dominant position and monopolies; -Requirements for implementing an antimonopoly compliance system; -Unfair competition and the legal foundations for its detection; -Cartel agreements and types of anti-competitive arrangements; -Public procurement, tender processes, and violations in this area; -Criteria for assessing the dominant position of digital platforms in the market; -Procedures of exchange trading, manipulation, and legal liability. The sessions were conducted by highly qualified specialists, providing participants with both theoretical knowledge and practical training in an integrated format. This event marked an important step toward strengthening antimonopoly legislation and enhancing the legal knowledge and skills of professionals working in this field. Upon completion of the course, participants were awarded certificates.
The Competition Policy and Consumer Rights Research Center under the Competiotion Committee conducted a professional development course for employees of JSC JV UZBAT A. O., covering topics related to competition policy, consumer rights, and advertising legislation. The training course covered the following topics: The Law “On Competition” and its objectives Violations of antimonopoly legislation and their legal consequences Identification and assessment of unfair competition cases Legal foundations for consumer rights protection The Law “On Advertising” and its practical requirements The goal of the course was to enhance awareness of the norms established in the laws “On Competition,” “On Advertising,” and “On Protection of Consumer Rights,” as well as other regulatory legal acts. Upon completion of the course, participants were awarded certificates.
The Research Center under the Competition Committee conducted training courses for employees of the Committee for the roads and insurance companies on topics related to competition, consumer rights, public procurement, and advertising legislation. The training courses covered the following key topics: For the Committee for Roads: The Law "On Competition" and its practical application; Requirements regarding monopolies and natural monopolies; Procedures for pricing and tariff setting; Ensuring competition in public procurement; Cases of competition restriction on digital platforms. For insurance companies: The Law "On Competition" and the concept of dominant position; Antimonopoly measures and procedures for handling violations; Cases of unfair competition and financial liability; Practical issues in protecting consumer rights; Advertising legislation and requirements for advertising financial services; Criteria for assessing dominant position on digital platforms. These training courses aim to improve the qualifications of sector specialists, strengthen legal awareness, and promote the development of a healthy competitive environment in the market. Upon completion of the courses, participants were awarded certificates.
On April 9–10, 2025, the Research Center under the Committee conducted another training program for government agencies and business entities. Employees from organizations such as LLC Tashkent City Water Supply, JSC Uzbekgeofizika, and JV LLC Veolia Energy Tashkent participated in the training sessions. Within the framework of these courses, responsible personnel for price regulation and public procurement were provided with explanations and practical examples regarding price declaration and setting procedures, their application, legislation on competition and consumer rights protection, as well as recent amendments and additions. Additionally, guidance was given on drafting, negotiating, and complying with contractual requirements. At the conclusion of the training, participants jointly discussed feedback and proposals aimed at resolving issues and complaints raised by consumers and business entities.
On February 27 of this year, the Competition Policy and Consumer Rights Research Center held another training course on the topic of "Analysis of the competitive environment in commodity and financial markets" for employees of the territorial bodies of the Committee. Employees of 14 regional bodies of the republic took part in the advanced training courses. These training courses include:Regulatory documents used in the analysis of commodity and financial markets;Definition of product and geographic boundaries of the market;Definition of market entities and market shares;Collection of information used to analyze the competitive environment;Barriers to entry into the market and concentration levels;Criteria for determining dominant negotiating power and dominant position;Detailed explanations were given on the topics. At the end of the seminar, the participants were awarded special certificates.
On February 11-12 of this year, the Center held another training course for "employees of microfinance organizations". Employees of more than 30 microfinance organizations of the Republic took part in the training courses. During these trainings, the content and essence of the Laws of the Republic of Uzbekistan "On Competition", "On Advertising", "On Protection of Consumer Rights" were explained in detail, as well as the main requirements for determining a dominant position, monopoly, unfair competition, advertising and natural monopoly, antitrust requirements for digital platforms. At the end of the training seminar, the participants were awarded special certificates.
On February 7 of this year, the Research Center, together with the Tashkent State University of Law, held another training seminar on the topic “Problems associated with determining superior bargaining power and its abuse based on national and international experience.” More than 50 employees took part in the training seminar. This educational seminar emphasized the importance of the role of theoretical knowledge in understanding the meaning and practical application of the concept of "superior bargaining power" in our national legislation, and provided a detailed understanding of the basic requirements for superior bargaining power. At the end of the training seminar, detailed answers were given to questions asked by employees regarding some of the problems that arise in practice.
On January 28-31 of this year, Competition Policy and Consumer Rights Research Center organized another training course on the topic of "Law Enforcement Practice". The training courses were attended by employees of the regional bodies of the Committee. As part of the training program: Detailed explanations were given by specialists in the analysis of commodity, financial and digital markets, methods for identifying barriers to market entry, and antitrust regulation mechanisms.Practical classes were held on cartel agreements, unfair competition and methods for identifying them.Violations of competition law during tenders and public procurement were discussed.Trainings were held on consumer protection and mechanisms for controlling prices regulated by the state. Upon completion of the course, Deputy Chairman of the Committee F. Karabayev presented special certificates to the participants. These courses are aimed at improving the qualifications and skills of civil servants in order to improve the competitive environment in our country and prevent offenses.
On January 28 of this year, the Competition Policy and Consumer Rights Research Center began conducting training courses on the topic of "Bringing the activities of government agencies and business entities in line with the requirements of competition legislation" aimed at improving the skills of employees of the following organizations and further improving their knowledge and potential in this area. The training courses are attended by invited deputy heads of departments, chief legal advisers, specialists from territorial departments of the Committee for the Development of Competition and Protection of Consumer Rights of the Republic of Uzbekistan. On the first day of these training courses, the Law of the Republic of Uzbekistan "On Competition" and its purpose, the importance of competition for the economy, consideration of cases related to unfair competition and the application of established financial liability, the main requirements of a dominant position, monopoly and natural monopoly, the criteria for their recognition were considered, and detailed explanations were given on actions that restrict competition and prevent price manipulation in exchange trading, and the regulatory framework for exchange trading. During the training courses, it is planned to explain to the students the types and kinds of manipulation in exchange trading, as well as the responsibility and legal measures for their commission, as well as the features of state aid provided by the state to business entities, in particular, tax and customs benefits, subsidies, exclusive rights. These training courses will last until January 31.
On January 23 of this year, a Center employee held a training seminar on the topic "The Path to a Career: How to Choose a Profession, Write a CV and Pass an Interview." Participants of the event were students of the Tashkent State Transport University. The seminar covered the main issues of choosing a profession, writing an effective CV and preparing for an interview, providing participants with practical tools for a successful start to a career. Following the seminar, the most active students were awarded with books.