Uzbekistan and Turkey Establish a New Model of Cooperation in Workforce Development

In the context of globalization, issues of poverty reduction and sustainable employment are addressed not only through national efforts but also through international experience and institutional cooperation. Particularly, the enhancement of knowledge and professional capacity of public officials responsible for these areas is a crucial strategic factor. In this regard, the new collaboration between the Center for the Professional Development of Employees of the Ministry of Poverty Reduction and Employment of the Republic of Uzbekistan and the Republic of Turkey is recognized as an important initiative aimed at developing human capital.

The Memorandum of Understanding signed between the Center for the Professional Development of Employees of the Ministry of Poverty Reduction and Employment of the Republic of Uzbekistan and the Training Center of the Ministry of Labor and Social Protection of the Republic of Turkey serves as an institutional framework for professional development and scientific-practical cooperation between the two countries. The Memorandum was signed by A.X. Rakhmonov, Director of the Uzbek Center, and Dr. Elif Gökçearslan, Director of the Turkish Training Center.

The primary objective of the Memorandum is to effectively utilize available potential and resources to enhance the qualifications of employees working in the labor market, occupational safety, and human resource management sectors, support research activities, and develop professional competencies through the design and implementation of joint projects.

Within the framework of the document, knowledge and experience sharing, development of training programs and methodological materials, organization of seminars, trainings, roundtables, and master classes are planned. Additionally, the cooperation includes the improvement of sectoral regulatory documents, preparation of expert evaluations, and the involvement of specialists in scientific and practical research activities.

The Memorandum establishes the general principles of cooperation between the parties and does not impose financial obligations. To expand and deepen cooperation, the parties may conclude separate agreements and contracts and, if necessary, involve resources from third-party organizations, international funds, and institutions.

Furthermore, the activities and projects carried out within the scope of the cooperation will be regularly published on the official information resources of the parties, ensuring transparency and openness. All activities are conducted in full compliance with the current legislation of the Republic of Uzbekistan and the Republic of Turkey.

In conclusion, the Memorandum signed between the Center for the Professional Development of Employees of the Ministry of Poverty Reduction and Employment of the Republic of Uzbekistan and the Training Center of the Ministry of Labor and Social Protection of the Republic of Turkey establishes an important institutional foundation for strengthening the professional capacity of personnel and developing modern knowledge and competencies. This cooperation contributes to improving the quality of public administration, enhancing employment policy, and increasing the effectiveness of reforms aimed at reducing poverty.

This initiative clearly demonstrates Uzbekistan’s openness to international cooperation, its readiness to adopt best practices, and its prioritization of human capital, while simultaneously reinforcing the country’s positive image on the international stage.