Ministry of Culture of the Republic of Uzbekistan

In our country, significant organizational and legal reforms are being implemented to combat corruption. Systematic measures are being taken to enhance legal awareness and culture among the population and to foster an uncompromising attitude toward corruption in society.

At the core of these efforts lies the noble principle: "For the dignity of the individual."

The Anti-Corruption Service of the Ministry of Culture of the Republic of Uzbekistan conducted its activities over the first nine months of 2024 according to a study plan on the effectiveness of anti-corruption measures in the ministry's territorial subdivisions and affiliated organizations.

To prevent corruption-related offenses and minimize corruption risks, the Minister of Culture issued a decree approving the "Anti-Corruption Policy of the Ministry of Culture of the Republic of Uzbekistan."

During this period, in collaboration with the Center for Retraining and Advanced Training of Pedagogical Staff under the State Institute of Arts and Culture of Uzbekistan, 132-hour training courses were organized for 11 groups, comprising 215 participants, including heads of cultural departments, chief accountants, human resource management officers, and directors of specialized arts schools.

The courses emphasized explaining the key directions of state policy on combating corruption, relevant decrees and resolutions, ongoing reforms, and improving financial literacy.

Over the same period, the ministry conducted efficiency reviews of anti-corruption activities at institutions such as the "Uzbekconcert" State Institution, the State Philharmonic of Uzbekistan and its regional branches, the Ministry of Culture of the Republic of Karakalpakstan, and cultural departments of the Khorezm, Bukhara, Surkhandarya, Kashkadarya, Navoi, and Samarkand regions.

Recommendations were provided to address identified deficiencies. Meetings were held, both in person and via the ZOOM platform, with the participation of law enforcement officials.

Additionally, six internal investigations were carried out regarding legal violations in state procurement at various institutions, including cultural departments and specialized arts schools. Based on the results, nine responsible staff members faced disciplinary actions, and employment contracts with ten managers and officials who failed to comply with legal requirements were terminated.

The ministry received 11 corruption-related appeals from individuals and legal entities during the reporting period. All appeals were reviewed, and responses were sent to the applicants.

To implement Presidential Resolution No. PQ–210 of June 5, 2024, on "Measures for the effective organization of the Law on Conflict of Interest," efforts to prevent conflict-of-interest situations have been monitored within the Ministry of Culture and its structures.

The Ministry of Culture will continue its intensive efforts to prevent and combat corruption.