ECONOMIC BENEFITS AND PROSPECTS OF UZBEKISTAN'S ACCESSION TO THE WORLD TRADE ORGANIZATION (WTO).
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The article summarizes the economic advantages and prospects of Uzbekistan's accession to the WTO based on 2025–2026 data. It analyzes macroeconomic benefits (GDP growth up to 17%, poverty reduction, investment inflows), legal harmonization progress, and safeguard mechanisms. The conclusion is that WTO membership will catalyze long-term modernization.
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