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Abstract
The paper compares the structure of industrial branches in the regions of Uzbekistan in terms of its impact on long-term industrial potential. But even though industry had been growing across the country, regional contrasts remained stark. While earlier work covers some aspects of diversification and innovation, there is still a disconnect with studies that see industrial capacity more holistically in terms of technology chosen, resource use, intersectoral collaboration, and regional imbalance. This analysis is based on official regional data from 2012-2024, including production size, per capita output, labor conditions and active enterprises size. To understand the functionalities driving growth we grouped regions by their level of development.
Results indicate a deep schism. The industry of Tashkent City and Navoi has more modern technology and greater productivity. Tashkent Region and Andijan continue to develop steadily, but they are based on older structures in many areas. Resources are abundant in the remaining areas, but infrastructure, technology, and investment are limited. Still, recent advances show new clusters, fresh digital tools and emerging manufacturing zones are closing the gap bit by bit. The results show that industrial might requires more than raw materials but also modernization, stable investment, and effective productive networks. Improving on these fronts can help ensure a fuller range of growth in the rest of the country. In conclusion, the study serves as a useful framework for informing regional industrial policy and orientating prospects of development.