THE PLACE OF E-COMMERCE PLATFORMS IN THE DEVELOPMENT OF SMALL BUSINESS IN UZBEKISTAN
Abstract
In recent years, e-commerce and marketplaces have created new opportunities for small businesses. Small businesses are an important component of the economy, and their development greatly affects the economic stability and social well-being of countries. This article analyzes the role of e-commerce sites and marketplaces in the development of small businesses in Uzbekistan.
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