INVESTMENT ATTRACTIVENESS OF SYRDARYA REGION: AN ANALYSIS OF DEVELOPMENT DYNAMICS AND STRATEGIC OPPORTUNITIES
DOI:
https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.18662090Keywords:
Investment attractiveness; regional development; investment climate; economic potential; industrial zones; logistics infrastructure; foreign direct investment; institutional reforms; competitiveness; strategic opportunities; regional growth.Abstract
This study examines the investment attractiveness of the Syrdarya region by analysing its recent development
trends and emerging economic opportunities. Syrdarya has strengthened its position as a promising investment
destination due to favourable geography, improved transport connectivity, and the growth of industrial and agro-logistic
sectors. Institutional reforms aimed at simplifying procedures, enhancing investor protection, and upgrading infrastructure
have contributed to a more supportive investment climate. The analysis shows that the region’s competitive advantages
are most visible in industry, agriculture, logistics, and energy, supported by an accessible labour force and expanding
industrial zones. Nevertheless, challenges such as uneven sectoral development, technological limitations, and
insufficiently coordinated investment promotion still constrain its full potential. Despite these barriers, Syrdarya holds
substantial untapped capacity that can be unlocked through targeted policies, stronger institutional cooperation, and active
engagement with private investors. The study concludes that continued improvements in infrastructure and investment
services are essential for advancing Syrdarya’s economic role and transforming it into a dynamic regional investment hub
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