DIRECTIONS FOR THE DEVELOPMENT OF THE INFORMATION PRODUCTS MARKET IN UZBEKISTAN BASED ON FOREIGN EXPERIENCE

Abstract

The article analyzes directions for developing Uzbekistan’s information products market based on foreign experience. Comparative analysis and case study methods applied: India, Estonia, Israel. India’s IT Park model implemented since 2019: 147 → 2 384 residents (+1 521%), exports 0.6 → 901 million $ (+150,067%). Based on Estonia’s experience, 100+ government services transferred online. Israel model: IT Startup School, 500+ startups, $100 million fund. In 2024, AI Readiness Index 70th place (+17), Global Innovation Index 70th place (+23). Directions: training (2030: 300 000), digital infrastructure, international cooperation, innovation ecosystem. Challenges: regional inequality (82% Tashkent), low e-ID coverage, no venture capital, talent shortage. Strategic goal: $5 billion exports by 2030, regional IT hub.