On September 7, the 1^st Congress of the Liberal-Democratic Party of Uzbekistan was held. The party’s election program was approved during the congress. It should be noted that several important initiatives have been put forward in the party’s election program. In particular, the party is promoting an initiative to simplify the obligations of employers in the private sector to the employee under labor law.

The private sector is one of the main drivers of the economy. Private enterprises, entrepreneurs, and various companies operate in this sector. Therefore, it is planned to reduce the number of state enterprises by sixfold by 2030 and increase the private sector’s share of the economy to 85%.

The private sector develops the economy by creating many new jobs. As of 2023, the total number of employed people in Uzbekistan is 5.5 million – 2.2 million in state organizations and 3.3 million in the private sector.

Considering the above, it is essential to simplify labor law requirements and provide practical solutions for private-sector employers.

Article 25 of the new Labor Code specifies 19 obligations of the employer. The complexity of the legislation and the parties’ lack of understanding are creating problems for employers in the private sector. To eliminate these complexities, it is necessary to simplify the employer obligations defined in the legislation in the interests of employers in the private sector.

Many private-sector employers are not fully aware of labor laws, which can sometimes lead to law violations.

Often, private-sector employers face burdensome statutory requirements when hiring or firing employees. Simplification of this process will facilitate private-sector activities based on legal requirements.

Occupational safety and health requirements for private sector SMEs are complex and costly to meet. Revising and simplifying safety standards would be legally and socially beneficial, especially for small businesses.

It is important to simplify the redundant and complex labor legislation requirements and adapt them to the modern business environment. Electronic platforms and systems must be developed to streamline labor relations in the private sector. For example, labor contracts must be electronic, payroll systems must be automated, and reports between employers and employees must be digitized.

In conclusion, it should be noted that simplifying the obligations of employers in the private sector to the employee under labor law is beneficial for both employers and employees. Clear and understandable labor legislation contributes to the development of the private sector.