Legal regulation of foreign investments in special economic zones of the Republic of Uzbekistan

This article examines the problem of legal regulation of special economic zones (SEZs) in the Republic of Uzbekistan. The subject of the research is the set of normative legal acts governing the establishment and operation of SEZs, while the object of the research is the social relations that arise in the process of implementing the special legal regime within the territories of these zones. The research employed methods of systemic analysis and formal legal interpretation, which allowed for a comprehensive approach to the study of the current legislation. The article considers such aspects as the specific characteristics of SEZs, the detailed procedure for their establishment, as well as contentious issues and legal gaps existing in the current regulatory framework. The main conclusions are proposals aimed at eliminating the identified gaps. The author concludes that improving the legislative framework in this area will contribute to the enhancement of the investment climate in the Republic of Uzbekistan.