COMPETITIVENESS OF UZBEKISTAN'S AGRI-FOOD EXPORTS

The article analyzes the export performance of Uzbekistan’s fruit and vegetable products and evaluates their competitiveness in the global market using practical index-based methods. The analysis is based on data from the International Trade Centre, and 12 products classified under the HS-4 code were selected for the study. The Trade Balance Index was used to determine whether the country is a net exporter or importer of these products. Competitiveness in exports was assessed using the Balassa and Vollrath indices. The analysis revealed that 9 out of the 12 products are competitive, and Uzbekistan acts as a net exporter of these goods. The findings highlight the need for the country to diversify its export basket and expand into new international markets.