HOW DIGITAL TRADE AND DIGITAL SERVICES ARE INFLUENCING INTERNATIONAL TRADE PATTERNS IN UZBEKISTAN
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digital trade, digital services, international trade patterns, e-commerce, fintech, global value chains, trade diversification, digital economy, economic reform.Abstract
This article examines the influence of digital trade and digital services on Uzbekistan's international trade patterns and economic integration. Focusing on key developments in e-commerce, fintech, and IT outsourcing, the study demonstrates that digital initiatives have driven export growth, enhanced trade efficiency, and fostered new partnerships in global value chains. While noting challenges such as digital divides and regulatory gaps, the research illustrates how digital reforms have diversified Uzbekistan's trade structure beyond commodities, boosting non-traditional exports and regional connectivity. The article concludes by stressing the critical role of digital infrastructure and policy alignment in sustaining trade-led growth and global competitiveness.
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