Tashkent, Uzbekistan (UzDaily.com) -- The General Assembly of the International Social Security Association approved the application of the off-budget Pension Fund under the Ministry of Economy and Finance of the Republic of Uzbekistan for membership in the organization.

The International Social Security Association, founded in 1927, is the leading international organization for the implementation of a unified policy in the field of social protection of the population. It unites about 320 national institutions of social protection of the population from 160 countries of the world. In the social sphere, he closely cooperates with a number of international organizations, primarily with the International Labor Organization, the UN Economic and Social Council, the World Health Organization and other institutions related to the field.

The activity of the International Social Security Association develops standards, necessary guidelines and determines effective directions for dynamic social policy, social protection and risk assessment for its members around the world, develops cooperation and exchange of experience through events. Develops practical, innovative approaches and recommendations for managing change through research and analysis.

The positive aspects of membership in the International Social Security Association are aimed at access to recognized standards in the management of social security and guaranteeing the rights of migrants in the field of social security in the territory of the member countries of the International Social Security Association. Also, the core values of the organization include the study of international guidelines and best practices to obtain a certificate of excellence in the social sphere of the International Social Security Association.

As an official member of an international organization, the Pension Fund took part in the seminar of the International Social Security Association on the provision of proactive services related to the sector.