US Ambassador to Uzbekistan Richard Norland said: “From our point of view, this kind of conferences are very important as they reflect the current state of Uzbek-US relations and strengthen them. The topic of Habeas Corpus, which is being discussed today is very topical for both sides. It is useful for us to share experience in the field. It is remarkable that Uzbek police, judges and prosecutors are taking part in the event. Because, when experts hold a dialogue, they express open and useful views.”

John Tunheim, US prosecutor, said: “Uzbekistan has made an important and great step towards ensuring major human rights through providing for Habeas Corpus. It consists of three parts: giving the right to courts to issue an arrest warrant; increasing the role of lawyers; and increasing responsibility for violating these regulations.”

Ivan Abrams, US prosecutor, said: “Uzbekistan has made a lot of work to ensure human rights. Of course, it is a fruit of independence. Discussing issues related to Habeas Corpus today, I must say that Uzbekistan has a well-thought-out system. For example, jurists always have their own opinions. I think that there is an opportunity for us to improve our own system through learning Uzbekistan’s experience and implementing it in the USA.”

Paul Denenfeld, US lawyer, said: “Before, prosecutors had even more power than judges. They had the right to issue an arrest warrant. However, according to international human rights norms, only judges have such a right. Uzbekistan made a step forward by giving the right to courts to issue an arrest warrant. This is aimed at ensuring human rights. It shows the development of Uzbekistan’s legal system.”