GENDER STRATEGIES IN CENTRAL ASIAN COUNTRIES: A COMPARATIVE ANALYSIS OF THEIR IMPACT ON ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT AND POLITICAL STABILITY

Abstract

This article provides a comparative analysis of gender strategies in Central Asian countries (Uzbekistan, Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan, and Turkmenistan) and their impact on economic development and political stability. It examines key aspects such as women's participation in the labor market, access to economic resources, and their role in political processes and legislation. Based on the analysis of national strategies and international rankings, the study identifies similarities and differences in the region’s approaches to achieving gender equality. Special attention is given to the influence of gender policies on economic efficiency and the strengthening of political stability. The article concludes with recommendations for improving gender strategies and fostering regional cooperation.