The key facts

  • The law of November 13, 2026 enshrined in the Labor Code a ban on sexual harassment in the sphere of labor and employment
  • Employers are obliged to take measures to create an environment free of harassment
  • The list of discrimination grounds has been expanded to include skin color and political beliefs

What the law enshrines

Amendments have been made to the Labor Code of the Republic of Uzbekistan enshrining a ban on sexual harassment in the sphere of labor and employment. The corresponding law is dated November 13, 2026. Under the document, harassment is defined as unwanted actions of a sexual nature that demean a person's honor and dignity. These include comments about appearance or body shape, gestures, touching, and advances of a sexual nature.

Employers' obligations and expanded discrimination ban

Employers are obliged to take all necessary measures to create an environment free of sexual harassment in work collectives. In addition, the law expands the list of grounds on which discrimination in labor relations is prohibited: skin color and political beliefs have been added to it. It is noted that the law is aimed at strengthening citizens' labor rights, creating equal opportunities in the sphere of labor, and preventing all forms of discrimination.