Why is this important
Expanding organized labor migration makes it possible to move citizens’ employment abroad into a legal and regulated framework. This reduces the risks of illegal employment and increases the level of social protection for workers. At the same time, new employment channels are being created in high-demand sectors — from agriculture to services. For the state, this is a tool for the systematic regulation of migration and the development of international cooperation.
What happened
- A series of meetings was held in France involving representatives of the Migration Agency, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, and the Embassy of Uzbekistan.
- Following the negotiations, agreements were reached on engaging Uzbek citizens in seasonal work and launching new employment formats.
- The parties agreed on pilot projects, partnerships with employers, and educational programs.
Numbers and facts
- Достигнута договоренность с Федерацией сельскохозяйственных производителей Франции о привлечении узбекистанцев к сезонным работам, в том числе на виноградниках.
- As early as the summer of 2026, 50 citizens of Uzbekistan are planned to be sent to France for work under the pilot project.
- An agreement was signed with Select Recruiting Service, which will be responsible for candidate selection and employment placement.
- Cooperation was established with CFA AC Paris in an “education + work” format.
- The programs provide for simultaneous study and employment in the restaurant business sector.
- The parties confirmed their readiness to develop legal and organized mechanisms for labor migration.
Context
- New legal employment opportunities in France are opening up for citizens, with clear conditions and support.
- Employers gain access to organized recruitment channels through official mechanisms.
- Educational programs make it possible to combine work with the acquisition of professional skills.
- In the long term, a sustainable mechanism for overseas employment with lower risks for participants is being formed.
