The article describes structural changes in the regional economy and their impact on economic development. The main objective of the study is to justify the need to study the features of the regional structure. The article reveals the content of various points of view on the term "structural changes".

This article analyzes the strategic importance of the service sector in Uzbekistan’s economy, focusing on its share in GDP and impact on the labor market. It explores avenues for job creation through services, emphasizing digitalization, gender and youth inclusivity. The study covers structural shifts in employment across sectors, development dynamics, labor productivity, informal employment, infrastructure, and workforce training. Drawing on international experience, the paper proposes effective mechanisms for enhancing employment through the service sector.

This article systematically analyzes contemporary demographic processes in the Republic of Uzbekistan and their impact on human capital development. The study evaluates the country's population growth rates, fertility and mortality dynamics, structural shifts in age composition, and the potential for leveraging the demographic dividend. Based on the statistical data presented in the paper, the historical formation of the population, its geographic distribution, and future demographic projections are investigated. Finally, the article provides practical recommendations for ensuring demographic security and establishing a sustainable development model.