On 19 March 2026 the University of World Economy and Diplomacy hosted a master's class for students in the master’s program “International Arbitration and Dispute Resolution” led by Diyorbek Kimsanov, Director of the Tashkent Mediation Center and practicing mediator on the topic of “Current Practical Aspects of Alternative Dispute Resolution in the Republic of Uzbekistan”. The event was organized by Sherzodbek Masadikov, head of the Department of Civil Law and International Private Law Disciplines and the lecturer Alisher Bobonazarov with the aim of enriching students' theoretical knowledge with practical experience and analyzing current trends in this field.

The class discussed existing alternative dispute resolution methods at the national and international levels. Furthermore, real-life examples were used to highlight current issues related to the practical application of mediation, its use in various sectors, and the enforcement of mediation agreements. Improved efficiency and reduced burden on the judicial system were also discussed.

At the end of the event, it was noted that UN Sustainable Development Goal 16.3 “aims to promote the rule of law at national and international levels and ensure equal access to justice for all” includes principles related to the implementation of large-scale legal reforms in the area of ​​mediation and other forms of alternative dispute resolution, as well as the importance of this goal for building strong democratic institutions.