INDUSTRIAL CLUSTERS IN THE ECONOMY OF THE KASHKADARYA REGION: FORMATION AND DEVELOPMENT EFFICIENCY
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industrial clusters, regional economy, efficiency, Kashkadarya region, industrial development, investments.Abstract
This article examines the formation, development, and economic efficiency of industrial clusters in the Kashkadarya region of Uzbekistan. The study is based on theoretical concepts of cluster development, international experience, and regional statistical data. The efficiency of industrial clusters is assessed through indicators such as industrial output growth, employment creation, export expansion, and investment activity. The results show that industrial clusters have become an important driver of regional economic growth, although several institutional and infrastructural constraints remain. The findings provide practical recommendations for improving regional industrial policy and cluster governance in line with international best practices.Downloads
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