Methods of Assessing Regional SocioEconomic Differentiation: an Example from the Kyrgyz Republic

This study is devoted to the analysis of socio-economic indicators and methods for assessing regional socio-economic differentiation of the Kyrgyz Republic for the period from 2019 to 2023. The paper considers such key aspects as the dynamics of population, gross domestic product (GDP), standard of living, as well as changes in industrial, agricultural, and service sectors. The research problem is a high level of regional social and economic differentiation in the Kyrgyz Republic. The purpose of this research is to identify and evaluate the level of social and economic regional differentiation, and develop proposals for equalization using the example of regions of the republic. Methods used in this research include systematization, analysis of Russian, Kyrgyz, and foreign literature, and statistical data. The paper provides a comparative analysis of the concepts of “regional inequality”, “regional disparities”, and “regional differentiation”. A solution to  inequality is the state regulation of regions through economic and social policies. The study reveals sustained economic growth in the Kyrgyz Republic in recent years, accompanied by an increase in per capita income and an improvement in living standards. However, problems related to inflation and unemployment also exist, requiring additional attention from government agencies and the development of effective strategies for the socio-economic development of the country and its regions. The findings emphasize the need for an integrated approach to analyzing and managing economic processes in Kyrgyzstan’s regions to ensure sustained growth and improve population well-being.

The article was prepared within the framework of the International Academic Mobility Program organized by the National Research Institute for the Communication Development for young scientists from foreign countries.

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