Tashkent, Jan. 20 -- In his speech at the first meeting of the Legislative Chamber of the Oliy Majlis, the President of the Republic of Uzbekistan Shavkat Mirziyoyev highlighted the importance of strengthening parliamentary control.

Over the past period, new forms and mechanisms of control have been introduced. In particular, the Institute of "Government Hour" was introduced in the Legislative Chamber, when members of the government answer questions from deputies. In addition, in 2019, the practice of considering by the lower house of candidates for membership in the Cabinet of Ministers was introduced.

"With the help of effective parliamentary control, we will be able to increase the efficiency of the executive branch activity. Therefo...