The article analyses the scientific foundations and practical significance of specialization processes in regional industrial production. It examines agglomeration effects, cluster theory, related variety and economic complexity concepts as the theoretical basis. International experience in implementing the Smart Specialisation Strategy (S3) is reviewed, with recommendations for its effective application in Uzbekistan. The paper highlights the impact of specialization on economic growth, innovation processes, and competitiveness, as well as mechanisms for mitigating the risks of mono-industrial dependence.

The article analyzes the impact of inclusiveness on regional socioeconomic growth. Regional economic development reveals social relationships shaped by specialization, the rational use of existing potential and other resources (raw materials, labor, production), and location. The article examines the definition and content of inclusive growth, the factors influencing its implementation, and the assessment methodology, as well as the impact of the hospitality industry on inclusive economic growth. Opportunities for developing inclusive economic growth in the country, particularly in the Kashkadarya region, are analyzed, and proposals for their development based on principles of equality are put forward

This article scientifically examines the role of innovation policy in accelerating regional socio-economic development. In the context of globalization and digital transformation, it emphasizes that third-generation policies aligned with regional innovation systems (RIS) and the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) serve as a key factor in ensuring economic growth. The study is based on systematic literature review (SLR) methodology and analyzes a number of research works published in recent years in the Scopus, Web of Science, and ResearchGate databases. The results indicate that innovation policy, as exemplified by the European Union (S3 strategies) and China (MLP programs), increases GRDP by 5-15%, enhancing employment and competitiveness, although institutional constraints and polarization risks persist in less developed regions. The conclusion demonstrates that the effectiveness of the policy depends on R&D investments and university-industry collaboration. Among the recommendations are increasing subsidies and introducing flexible conditions, while future research should focus on developing countries.

The article examines the scientific foundations for assessing territorial development potential and formulating sustainable development strategies. The concept of “territorial potential” is interpreted as an integrated system of natural, economic, demographic, infrastructural, and institutional components whose interaction determines the long-term sustainable growth of regions. The dynamic nature of territorial potential and the need for its continuous monitoring and reassessment within strategic governance are substantiated. Based on the analysis of interregional disparities, structural economic transformations, investment flows, and sectoral diversification, the study highlights the importance of a differentiated approach to regional development strategies. The findings confirm that a comprehensive assessment of territorial potential provides a methodological basis for defining strategic priorities, allocating resources efficiently, and ensuring balanced sustainable regional development.

In the article, the organizational and economic mechanisms of territorial development of industrial sectors are one of the current topics, as well as the opinions of a number of scientists aimed at improving them. The organizational and economic mechanisms of regional development of industrial sectors are shown schematically, and the structure of regional specialization of the industrial sector is shown. The dependence of industrial development on natural resources, the schedule of mutual energy supply of industries, the connection of industry with telecommunications and information technologies (ICT) are highlighted, and conclusions and proposals are given.