Article 155 of the Criminal Code of the Republic of Uzbekistan Terrorism

The Uzbek people's developed sense of tolerance is an integral part of the culture in the country as it is today.

My journey to Guantánamo began in December 1998, after I finished my mandatory service in the Uzbek army.

The principles and procedures governing the interception of communications are stated in articles 21 and 166 to 171 of the Code of Criminal Procedure.

Legal procedures to protect the victims of criminal acts, witnesses or other persons assisting law enforcement agencies are provided for under the Code of Criminal Procedure.

These matters are also governed by articles 246, 247, 248, 249 and 250 of the Criminal Code.

But where can I go? Members of the Uzbek security service visited me here at Guantánamo and accused me of being a member of the Islamic Movement of Uzbekistan.

In addition, in accordance with chapters IV and V (arts. 22 and 26) of the Act on combating terrorism, persons who have suffered as a result of terrorist acts are guaranteed damages and social rehabilitation.

An important element in ensuring the success of Uzbek Afghan cooperation is the fact that the relevant Uzbek agencies have 30 years of experience in working in Afghanistan in the area of economic development.

Act No. 213 II of 11 May 2001 on the transit of special cargoes and troops provides for monitoring of the carriage of dangerous cargoes, weapons, military technology, military property and troops.

Based on the growing legal foundation for Uzbek Afghan cooperation, our country is providing assistance to the Afghan people in reconstructing and building its infrastructure, including road and transportation lines, water management and energy facilities, and irrigation structures.

Article 18 of the Constitution of Uzbekistan has reaffirmed that citizens have equal rights, irrespective of gender, race, ethnicity, language, religion, social origin, conscience, personal situation or societal status.

Lastly, he wished to know how the State party planned to address the reports concerning the negative consequences of the criminalization of homosexuality under Uzbek law, including potential extortion by State authorities and private individuals.

The conditions and procedure for granting mutual legal assistance are specified in articles 5 to 10 of the Code of Criminal Procedure and article 12 of the Criminal Code, and are regulated by the bilateral and multilateral agreements on this subject.

Articles 246 to 256 of the Criminal Code establish liability for the illegal manufacture, stockpiling and transfer of unmarked or inadequately marked plastic or other explosives and their precursors.

In accordance with the Act on combating the legalization of income derived from criminal activity and the financing of terrorism (which enters into force on 1 January 2006), plans have been made for the establishment by the Cabinet of Ministers of a specially empowered State agency to combat the legalization of income derived from criminal activity and the financing of terrorism.

Presidential Decree No. 1871 of 10 December 1997 on additional measures to stimulate the export of goods (works, services) lists goods the export and import of which are governed by foreign economic relations, as determined by the Cabinet of Ministers.