This article examines the main directions of state policy aimed at developing ethno-tourism in Uzbekistan, including ongoing programs and the results achieved through them. It discusses the preservation of national cultural heritage, promotion of the culture of various ethnic groups, and the conditions created to develop tourism. The importance of involving local communities, improving infrastructure, and utilizing international experiences in promoting ethno-tourism is highlighted. The article also includes proposals to enhance Uzbekistan's competitiveness in the tourism sector.

Ethnotourism, Uzbektourism, national cultural heritage, tourism infrastructure, local population participation, cultural tour-ism, international experience.

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