Uzbekistan has improved the business environment through the establishment of the Business Ombudsman in 2017, which addresses administrative barriers and protects entrepreneurs' rights. Recent forums in Tashkent gathered over 250 participants to discuss business integrity and regulatory clarity. The Ombudsman’s Virtual Office has registered thousands of appeals, helping secure loans and recover financial claims. Regional collaboration among Central Asian countries is enhancing investment protection, while international partners emphasize the need for continued governance reforms and anti-corruption efforts. Teljes cikk (Euronews.com)