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Management Mechanisms for Synergetic Development of Tourism Industries in Uzbekistan

Mekanisme Pengelolaan untuk Pengembangan Sinergis Industri Pariwisata di Uzbekistan
Vol. 10 No. 2 (2025): December:
DOI : https://doi.org/10.21070/acopen.10.2025.11740
Published : Jul 23, 2025

Saidova Dilfuza Abdufattohovna (1)

(1) Independent researcher, Fergana State University, Uzbekistan
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Abstract:

General Background: The tourism sector is increasingly recognized as a critical component of national economic development due to its multifaceted impact on employment, infrastructure, and cultural preservation. Specific Background: In Uzbekistan, tourism reforms between 2020 and 2024 have aimed to accelerate growth through infrastructural investments, digital innovations, and policy shifts. Knowledge Gap: However, empirical studies focusing on synergistic management—particularly the integrated coordination among tourism sub-sectors—remain limited, especially in the Uzbek context. Aims: This study investigates the mechanisms and outcomes of synergistic development across hotel, transport, gastronomy, excursion, and information services in Uzbekistan’s tourism sector. Results: Using qualitative methods and statistical review, the study finds significant post-pandemic recovery in tourism revenue and infrastructure, yet highlights persistent challenges in inter-sectoral coordination, digital integration, and service standardization. Novelty: The paper introduces a contextualized model of synergistic tourism management tailored to Uzbekistan, integrating global theoretical frameworks with local empirical trends. Implications: The findings underscore the need for cohesive digital platforms, functional cluster governance, and competency-based workforce training to advance sustainable tourism and improve Uzbekistan’s global competitiveness.
Higlights: 



  • Post-Pandemic Growth: Tourist arrivals in Uzbekistan surged from 1.5 million (2020) to 6.6 million (2023) due to integrated reforms.

  • Infrastructure Expansion: Hotels, tourist companies, and transport services grew over 50%, enhancing service availability.

  • Low Coordination: Despite growth, weak cross-sector synergy and fragmented digital systems still limit overall tourism efficiency.


Keywords: Synergy, Tourism, Infrastructure, Cluster, Uzbekistan


 

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