THE ROLE OF INSURANCE IN SUPPORTING SMALL AND MEDIUM BUSINESSES AND MEASURES TO STRENGTHEN IT
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https://doi.org/10.60078/3060-4842-2025-vol2-iss3-pp519-526Abstract
This article explores the role of insurance in providing economic support to small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs). The author highlights the importance of insurance mechanisms in risk management, ensuring financial stability, and improving the investment environment for SMEs. The paper also analyzes the current state of the insurance sector in Uzbekistan, identifies key challenges, and proposes measures for its further development. The article offers practical and research-based recommendations to strengthen insurance protection for small businesses.
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small business medium-sized business insurance financial stability entrepreneurship support economic risks insurance mechanismsReferences
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