EVOLUTION OF UZBEKISTAN’S TOURISM POLICY: LEGISLATION, STRATEGIES, AND EFFECTIVENESS ANALYSIS
Keywords:
Uzbekistan, Tourism Policy, Legislation, Strategic Planning, Policy Effectiveness, Sustainable Tourism, Economic DevelopmentAbstract
This article analyzes the evolution of Uzbekistan’s tourism policy, focusing on legislative frameworks, strategic initiatives, and their effectiveness in promoting national tourism development. Over recent decades, Uzbekistan has implemented a series of legal reforms and strategic programs aimed at boosting inbound tourism, enhancing infrastructure, and supporting sustainable economic growth. The paper examines the impact of these policies on tourism performance, evaluates their outcomes, and identifies challenges and opportunities for further policy improvement.
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