LEGAL REGULATION OF ENTREPRENEURIAL NETWORKS AND THEIR ROLE IN SUPPORTING WOMEN ENTREPRENEURS IN UZBEKISTAN

The article is dedicated to the study of the legal regulation of entrepreneurial networks in Uzbekistan and their role in supporting women entrepreneurs. The relevance of the topic is driven by the need to expand economic opportunities for women and integrate them into entrepreneurial activities. The article examines the legal acts governing the creation and functioning of such networks and analyses the mechanisms by which they can be leveraged to enhance women’s economic activity. The methodological framework includes an analysis of existing legislation and international practices. The research also provides a comparative analysis of international experiences and develops recommendations for improving the legal framework to strengthen the role of entrepreneurial networks in supporting women-led businesses. As a result, key barriers have been identified, and recommendations are proposed to enhance the legal regulation for more effective support of women entrepreneurs.