LEGAL FRAMEWORK AND PRACTICAL CHALLENGES OF SOCIAL PARTNERSHIP IN THE LABOR SPHERE

This thesis provides an in-depth analysis of the legal foundations and practical implementation challenges of social partnership in labor relations in the Republic of Uzbekistan. The study examines the international experience of developed countries (Germany, Sweden, Japan) in implementing social partnership mechanisms and assesses the possibility of adapting these practices to Uzbek conditions. The research identifies key problems in the current system: low level of collective agreement conclusion (only 23% of enterprises), weak activity of trade unions, insufficient awareness of employees about their rights, and inadequate state supervision. Based on the analysis of the Labor Code (Articles 36-75) and empirical data collected through surveys and expert interviews, comprehensive recommendations have been developed to strengthen the social partnership institution. The thesis proposes the adoption of a separate law "On Social Partnership," strengthening labor inspectorate control, creating a system for training trade union leaders, and implementing mandatory mechanisms for monitoring the implementation of collective agreements.