INTEGRATION OF ESG PRINCIPLES INTO THE TEXTILE INDUSTRY OF UZBEKISTAN: CHALLENGES AND OPPORTUNITIES FOR SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT AND ATTRACTING INVESTMENT IN THE FINANCIAL MARKET
DOI:
https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.17427346Keywords:
ESG principles, textile industry, competitive advantage, sustainable technologies, environmental sustainabilityAbstract
Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) principles have become integral to all sectors of the modern
economy, including the textile industry. These principles significantly influence the industry's competitiveness. This article
examines the relationship between ESG principles and sustainable development opportunities, highlighting their role in
enhancing the competitiveness of textile enterprises.
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