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The Competition Policy and Consumer Rights Research Centre under the Competition Promotion and Consumer Protection Committee of the Republic of Uzbekistan and Westminster International University in Tashkent have signed a memorandum of Understanding.

Furthermore, within the framework of the MoU, it is planned to organize training courses for the staff of the Committee and its regional departments on the use of econometric models for analyzing and forecasting prices of essential food products, as well as on analytical methodologies based on international best practices, and to implement joint research projects.     Key areas under the MoU:-  Joint research in the fields of competition policy and digital economy-  Organization of internships and practical training for WIUT students-  Improvement of academic programs and methodologies related to the competitive environment-  Conducting master classes and seminars on unfair competition and antimonopoly issues-  Innovative approaches to human resource management, integrating education and practice-  Establishment of a think tank and joint participation in international projects At the end of the meeting, Director of the Center Olimjon Jumayev and WIUT Rector Komiljon Karimov signed the Memorandum of Understanding. This agreement will serve to further strengthen strategic cooperation in the fields of competition policy and education.  #Memorandum  #WIUT

Next Professional Development Course for Pharmaceutical Sector Employees

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

Olimjon Jumaev, Director of the Competition Policy and Consumer Rights Research Center, congratulated Alexey Yuryevich Ivanov, Director of the BRICS Competition Law and Policy Centre, on his birthday.