UZBEKISTAN AND THE WORLD TRADE ORGANIZATION: YOUTH PARTICIPATION IN TRANSFORMATIONAL PROCESSES
Keywords:
World Trade Organization, Uzbekistan, transformation, youth, foreign tradeAbstract
This article analyzes Uzbekistan’s accession process to the World Trade Organization (WTO) from the perspectives of economic transformation, legal-institutional adaptation, and mobilization of youth potential. Based on official statistical data for 2025-2026, the study highlights the relationship between foreign trade dynamics, service exports, the digital economy, and youth participation. The article substantiates the role of youth in the WTO accession process through scientific-analytical activities, innovative entrepreneurial initiatives, export-oriented startups, and the adoption of international standards. Furthermore, existing challenges are identified, and practical recommendations aimed at strengthening youth participation are proposed.
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