THE ROLE OF CORPORATE GOVERNANCE IN EXPANDING FINANCIAL INCLUSION AND REDUCING POVERTY

In the context of the transformation of the global economy and the intensification of digitalization processes, the problem of ensuring financial inclusion as one of the key factors for sustainable socio-economic development acquires particular relevance. Financial inclusion, understood as the access of the population and businesses to quality, affordable, and safe financial services, is directly linked to reducing poverty, increasing entrepreneurial activity, and strengthening the financial stability of the state.