UZBEKISTAN'S PARTICIPATION IN THE PROCESS OF GLOBAL ECONOMIC INTEGRATION
Keywords:
Uzbekistan, Global economic integration, Trade liberalization, Foreign direct investment, Economic reform, Central Asia, Regional cooperation, Infrastructure development, Market economy.Abstract
This article examines the evolving role of Uzbekistan in the global economic system, focusing on the country’s efforts to integrate into international markets through economic reforms, trade liberalization, foreign investment, and institutional cooperation. It highlights the strategic policy changes implemented since 2016, including currency liberalization, infrastructure development, and active engagement with global and regional organizations. The article also addresses the challenges Uzbekistan faces on its path toward full integration and offers insight into its future prospects as an emerging economic hub in Central Asia.
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