Assessment Of The Status, Functioning And Level Of Integration Of Existing Transport Hub Systems In Uzbekistan

Abstract

Uzbekistan, as a doubly landlocked country in Central Asia, faces unique challenges in developing an efficient, integrated, and competitive transport system. This article presents a comprehensive assessment of the status, functioning, and level of integration of existing transport hub systems across Uzbekistan. Utilizing a mixed-methods approach that combines quantitative infrastructure performance indicators, spatial analysis, and institutional review, the study evaluates the operational efficiency of key multimodal transport hubs, including those in Tashkent, Bukhara, Navoi, Samarkand, and Termez. The analysis reveals that while significant capital investments have been made in recent years to modernize individual transport modes—particularly rail and air—the level of intermodal integration remains insufficient. Fragmented governance structures, incompatible information systems, regulatory barriers, and underinvestment in last-mile connectivity continue to impede the seamless transfer of passengers and freight across modes. The article proposes a set of evidence-based policy recommendations aimed at enhancing transport hub integration, including the adoption of unified digital platforms, institutional consolidation, public-private partnership frameworks, and alignment with international transit corridor standards.