ZAGREB, October 19. /Dunyo IA/.  A delegation of the Migration Agency of Uzbekistan, led by Director Mukhsinhuja Abdurakhmanov, visited Croatia with the assistance of the Embassy of Uzbekistan in Budapest, reports Dunyo IA correspondent.

Main purpose of the visit was cooperation in the organized employment of citizens of Uzbekistan, expanding interaction with Croatian employers and ensuring the protection of workers' labour rights.

During meetings with government bodies, business associations and construction companies, parties discussed the needs of the Croatian labour market, qualification requirements for foreign workers, vocational training of candidates and the improvement of recruitment mechanisms.

Following the negotiations, Migration Agency, Ministry of Labor, Pension System, Family and Social Policy of Croatia and Croatian Employment Service signed a cooperation agreement in the field of the labor market.

Uzbek delegation visited the “Radnik d.d.” construction company in the Croatian city of Križevci, where they familiarized themselves with the working conditions and personnel needs of the enterprise. The delegation representatives also met with citizens of Uzbekistan and briefed them on matters concerning labour rights, legal stay and employment, as well as mechanisms for protecting their legitimate interests.

Furthermore, a business forum was held with the participation of the Croatian Chamber of Economy and representatives from more than 15 major construction companies interested in hiring Uzbek specialists. The participants discussed in-demand professions, professional skills assessment, language training, and documentation procedures for legal employment.

In addition, negotiations were held with the Director General of the Croatian Employers’ Association Irena Weber. Following the meeting, Migration Agency and association signed a memorandum of cooperation providing for the development of direct contacts with Croatian companies and the expansion of the organized recruitment of workers from Uzbekistan.

Agreements reached are aimed at increasing the efficiency of the employment of compatriots in Croatia, improving vocational training and ensuring compliance with the labour rights of citizens in accordance with the legislation of both countries.