DETERMINANTS OF STAKEHOLDER SATISFACTION WITH CUSTOMS CLEARANCE IN UZBEKISTAN: AN EMPIRICAL ANALYSIS
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https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.20931635Keywords:
customs satisfaction, trade facilitation, Uzbekistan, stakeholder perception, digitalization, integrity-related risks, Central Asia, survey research, correlation analysis, tariff policyAbstract
This study examines determinants of stakeholder satisfaction with customs clearance in
Uzbekistan using a 150-respondent survey. Correlation and regression analyses indicate key positive and
negative predictors and provide policy recommendations.
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