The influence of tax reforms on the prosperity of micro-firms and small businesses in Uzbekistan

Dildora Tadjibaeva and Iroda Komilova ()
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Dildora Tadjibaeva: Deputy Director, Center for Economic Development, Uzbekistan
Iroda Komilova: Senior Lecturer, Westminster International University, Uzbekistan

Asia-Pacific Development Journal, 2009, vol. 16, issue 2, 31-64

Abstract: The article gives inside into tax system of Uzbekistan, a former Soviet republic. It analyses major tax reforms in the country since the early days of its independence (1991) with special attention given to the simplified method of taxation, used for micro-firms and small businesses (MSEs). The results of 30 in-depths interviews with representatives of MSEs revealed substantial reductions in tax rates (the average tax burden is 14.9 per cent) and overall improvements in the business environment. However, despite the numerous changes in Uzbek taxation, the issues related to tax administration (tax audits, reporting and competence of tax inspectors) make it difficult to operate in Uzbekistan without breaking rules. To be effective and successful, tax reform needs to be accompanied by institutional and structural reform throughout the economy.

Date: 2009
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