This paper analyzes the legal nature and role of “soft law” norms, which are widely used in the regulation of international relations. The norms of “soft law” and “hard law” are compared, the place and role of these norms in the regulation of international relations are studied. The legal force and significance of international documents that are not international treaties in the Law "On International Treaties of the Republic of Uzbekistan" are disclosed.

“Soft law” and “hard law” concepts, international relations, international agreements

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