FINANCIAL LITERACY IN UZBEKISTAN: BUILDING A SUSTAINABLE FUTURE
Keywords:
Financial literacy, Uzbekistan, sustainable development, financial education, digital literacy, economic resilience, financial decision-making, economic disparities, sustainable growth.Abstract
Financial literacy plays a crucial role in promoting economic stability and sustainable development in emerging economies like Uzbekistan. This article examines the current state of financial literacy in Uzbekistan, emphasizing its impact on individual financial decision-making and overall economic resilience. The study identifies key challenges, such as limited access to financial education, insufficient understanding of budgeting, savings, and investments, and the growing need for digital financial literacy. By analyzing recent initiatives and programs aimed at improving financial literacy, the article provides policy recommendations to foster a financially literate population. Enhanced financial knowledge and skills are essential for empowering individuals, reducing economic disparities, and ensuring sustainable growth in Uzbekistan's rapidly evolving financial landscape.
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