Volume 12 • Issue 1 • PP: 43–48 • 2025
Assessment of the Current State of Investment Attractiveness of Uzbekistan
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Abstract
This article provides insights into Uzbekistan’s investment environment for investors and policymakers, focusing on both the investment potential and the overall investment climate of the country. It examines key economic sectors, government policies, and ongoing reforms aimed at improving transparency and attracting foreign investment.
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