COMPARATIVE ANALYSIS OF THE FACTORS ATTRACTING FDI: THE EXPERIENCE OF CENTRAL ASIAN COUNTRIES
Keywords:
Foreign Direct Investment, FDI, Central Asia, Economic Factors, Political Stability, Regulatory Environment, Investment Climate, FDI Attraction, Policy Reforms, Emerging Markets, Economic Growth, Geopolitical Risks, Institutional FrameworkAbstract
This article explores the key factors influencing Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) inflows into Central Asian countries—Kazakhstan, Uzbekistan, Turkmenistan, Kyrgyzstan, and Tajikistan. Despite their vast natural resources and strategic location, these countries face significant challenges in attracting foreign investment.
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