GROWTH OF FOREIGN TOURIST FLOWS AND THE ECONOMIC EFFICIENCY OF TOURISM SERVICES EXPORTS IN UZBEKISTAN: A FORECAST UP TO 2030

This article analyzes the theoretical and practical aspects of developing the tourism sector within the framework of Uzbekistan’s "Uzbekistan–2030" strategy. The study examines economic mechanisms aimed at increasing the share of tourism in the Gross Domestic Product from 3.5% to 7%, raising the number of foreign tourists from 11 million to 20 million, and boosting tourism service exports to above 6 billion USD. Furthermore, the research explores the significance of the tourism sector in the country’s economic development based on scientific evidence, through attracting investments, improving service quality, and creating new employment opportunities.