STRATEGY FOR THE DEVELOPMENT OF THE FINANCIAL MARKET OF UZBEKISTAN IN THE CONTEXT OF DIGITAL AND GREEN TRANSFORMATION
DOI:
https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.20643376Abstract
This article presents a scientific analysis of promising strategies for developing Uzbekistan’s
financial market in the context of digital and green transformation. The study examines the implementation of
ESG principles, green finance instruments, sustainable investment mechanisms, fintech innovations, and the
significant role of artificial intelligence, blockchain technology, and Big Data analytics in advancing financial
market development. Furthermore, the research assesses capital market reforms, the enhancement of digital
financial infrastructure, and international best practices through a comparative analysis of Uzbekistan’s
ongoing financial sector reforms. Based on the findings, the article proposes practical recommendations aimed
at further strengthening the competitiveness, sustainability, and investment attractiveness of Uzbekistan’s
national financial market in line with global economic and sustainable development trends
Keywords
financial market, green transformation, digitalization, ESG principles, fintech, green bonds, sustainable finance, artificial intelligence, blockchain, Uzbekistan.References
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