ANALYSIS OF ECONOMIC FACTORS AND REGIONAL DISPARITIES IN STUDYING THE OPPORTUNITIES TO ENSURE BALANCED AND SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT OF THE REGIONS OF UZBEKISTAN
Abstract
This article provides a comprehensive analysis of the economic factors influencing the opportunities for ensuring balanced and sustainable development of the regions of Uzbekistan. It examines the interrelations between industrial capacity, investment activity, infrastructure quality, labor resource distribution, and key indicators of innovation-driven growth. Particular attention is given to the underlying causes of regional disparities, their impact on sustainable development trajectories, and potential mechanisms for reducing these gaps. Based on the empirical findings, the study offers evidence-based recommendations aimed at promoting consistent, resilient, and equitable regional economic development.
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