INTERNATIONAL LAW AS THE FOUNDATION FOR THE DEVELOPMENT OF TRADE AND ECONOMIC RELATIONS BETWEEN UZBEKISTAN AND CHINA
DOI:
https://doi.org/10.47390/SPR1342V4SI10Y2024N37Keywords:
international law, trade relations, economic cooperation, Uzbekistan, China, WTO, bilateral agreementsAbstract
This article examines the critical role of international law in fostering trade and economic relations between Uzbekistan and China. Through analysis of key trade agreements, treaties, and legal frameworks, it demonstrates how international law principles and institutions have enabled bilateral commerce and investment growth. By providing a comprehensive analysis of the legal underpinnings of bilateral economic cooperation, this study contributes to a deeper understanding of the interplay between international law and economic diplomacy in Central Asia.
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