ANALYSIS OF THE ECONOMIC SITUATION OF THE DEVELOPMENT OF EXPORT ACTIVITIES OF SMALL BUSINESSES IN UZBEKISTAN
DOI:
https://doi.org/10.65451/iqtisodiyotuzb.v6i8.14242Abstract
This study examines the current state and development trends of export activities among small business entities in Uzbekistan. Small businesses play an important role in economic growth by contributing to GDP, employment, regional development, and export diversification. Recent economic reforms aimed at improving the business environment, supporting entrepreneurship, and liberalizing foreign trade have strengthened the export potential of small enterprises.
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