Ombudsman may appear in Uzbekistan to protect journalists.
The initiative is part of a plan to improve the country's position in the international press freedom ranking of Reporters Without Borders.
By February 2027, the attorney's office, the Supreme Court, the Ministry of the Interior and other departments must prepare information on cases against representatives of the media sector. By May, this information is planned to be located in a separate electronic register with regular updates.
It is also expected to study cases of criminal prosecution of journalists after release from prison and restoration of their rights.