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2026-02-06
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MEASURES TO IMPROVE THE BUSINESS ENVIRONMENT FOR SMALL BUSINESS IN REGIONS
Ataboyeva Sevara
Master's Student Department of Economics Faculty of Social Sciences and Technology. Asia International University
Keywords: business environment, small business, regional development, entrepreneurship support, business climate, regulatory reform, administrative barriers, business facilitation, licensing procedures, tax administration, access to finance, business infrastructure, one-stop shops, entrepreneurial ecosystem, regulatory burden, business registration, inspection reform, SME support, regional policy, institutional quality.
Abstract
This article analyzes measures to improve business environment for small businesses in Uzbekistan regions based on comprehensive assessment of current conditions, constraints, and reform opportunities. Analysis reveals substantial regional variations in business climate quality affecting entrepreneurship development and small business formation.
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