A critical evaluation of strategic management's role in promoting sustainable development in Uzbekistan

Uzbekistan has made significant efforts to develop strategic management, and long-term sustainabledevelopment is evident not only in the tourism sector but also across various disciplines. This article explores howstrategic management facilitates sustainable development. Long-term planning, effective governance, and technologicalintegration are essential components of strategic management aimed at enhancing institutional performance andachieving sustainable goals. The article also emphasizes how strategic management contributes to long-term successand competitive advantage, improves organizational decision-making, develops knowledge capital, leverages technology,and fosters innovation. Particular attention is given to the importance of strategic planning in sectors such as energy,agriculture, transport, education, and technology. The research findings clearly demonstrate that strategic managementeffectively underpins innovation, optimizes inclusive growth, and supports key elements of sustainable development.