DIGITAL ECONOMY DEVELOPMENT IN UZBEKISTAN AND ITS PRIORITY DIRECTIONS
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https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.19648292Keywords:
digital economy, economic growth, development, digitalization, innovation, productivity, global markets, competition, consumer choice, new industries, job opportunities, income inequalityAbstract
The rapid development of digital technologies has significantly transformed modern economic systems. In
recent years, Uzbekistan has actively pursued digital transformation as a strategic priority for sustainable economic
growth. This article analyzes the current state of digital economy development in Uzbekistan and identifies its key priority
directions. Special attention is paid to digital infrastructure, e-government services, digital entrepreneurship, and human
capital development. The study is based on analytical and comparative methods, and its findings highlight the role of
digitalization in improving economic efficiency and public administration. The results of the research may serve as a
theoretical and practical basis for further digital policy implementation
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