THE ROLE AND SIGNIFICANCE OF THE CONSTRUCTION SECTOR IN UZBEKISTAN'S ECONOMY AND THE APPLICATION OF INNOVATIONS

The construction sector occupies a central position in Uzbekistan’s economic and social transformation. Accounting for an estimated 6–7 percent of GDP and employing over one million workers, the sector serves as a cornerstone of both urban development and rural modernization. The construction industry’s significance extends beyond direct contributions to gross domestic product: it stimulates growth in manufacturing, transport, finance, and services, and serves as a barometer of economic dynamism. In recent years, Uzbekistan has pursued ambitious reforms under its “Uzbekistan 2030” Strategy, with the construction sector at the center of these efforts. This article analyzes the economic weight of construction in Uzbekistan, its socio-economic importance, and the innovations reshaping the industry. Topics include the role of housing and infrastructure in sustaining growth, the adoption of Building Information Modeling (BIM), energy‑efficient materials, and digital tools such as drones and artificial intelligence. The article also evaluates structural challenges—workforce skills, financing, and regulatory frameworks—and provides policy recommendations. The findings suggest that the construction industry, if adequately modernized, could act as a multiplier for sustainable development and as a gateway for Uzbekistan’s integration into global economic systems.建筑业在乌兹别克斯坦的经济与社会转型中居于核心地位。该行业产值约占国内生产总值（Gross Domestic Product，GDP）的6%至7%，雇佣劳动力超百万，既是城市发展的基石，也是乡村现代化的重要支撑。建筑业的重要性不止于对国内生产总值的直接贡献：它还能带动制造业、交通运输业、金融业及服务业增长，同时也是经济活力的晴雨表。近年来，乌兹别克斯坦依据《乌兹别克斯坦2030战略》推行了一系列雄心勃勃的改革举措，建筑业正是这些改革的核心领域。本文分析了乌兹别克斯坦建筑业的经济分量、社会经济价值，以及正在重塑行业格局的各类创新。讨论主题涵盖住房与基础设施对经济增长的支撑作用、建筑信息模型（Building Information Modeling，BIM）的应用、节能建材，以及无人机、人工智能（Artificial Intelligence）等数字化工具。本文还评估了该行业面临的结构性挑战——包括劳动力技能、融资及监管框架，并提出了相应的政策建议。研究结果表明，若能实现充分的现代化转型，建筑业可成为可持续发展的倍增器，同时也是乌兹别克斯坦融入全球经济体系的重要门户。