https://goodwoodpub.com/index.php/JoMABS/issue/feedJournal of Multidisciplinary Academic Business Studies2025-06-20T13:43:04+07:00Adminadmin@goodwoodpub.comOpen Journal Systems<p align="justify">Journal of Multidisciplinary Academic Business Studies Published by Goodwood Publishing, Journal of Multidisciplinary Academic Business Studies is an online peer-reviewed, open access scholarly journal, which publishes critical and original analysis from researchers and academic practitioners on various business issues. Journal of Multidisciplinary Academic Business Studies welcomes high-quality manuscripts covering original research articles, review articles, book reviews, case reports, and discussions aimed at advancing both theoretical and practical development on areas business</p>https://goodwoodpub.com/index.php/JoMABS/article/view/3089The role of the media in strengthening freedom of expression and democratic institutions in Uzbekistan2025-06-20T13:08:06+07:00Eshbekov Bakhodir Nurullayevichbahodireshbekov727@gmail.com<p><strong>Purpose:</strong> The article aims to analyze the role of mass media in strengthening freedom of expression and supporting the development of democratic institutions in Uzbekistan. It focuses on how media acts as a strategic tool for effective communication between the state and society within a free and open information environment.</p> <p><strong>Research </strong><strong>methodology</strong>: The study uses historical and logical analysis, synthesis, content analysis, systematic analysis, and observation. These methods are applied to explore the transformation of media functions, legislative support for media freedom, and institutional practices in Uzbekistan.</p> <p><strong>Results:</strong> The findings reveal that mass media significantly shape public consciousness, political awareness, and civic culture. The evolution of media functions—especially in the digital age—has made media a vital component of social and political development. The study highlights the necessity of institutional, legal, and economic frameworks to ensure the independence and effectiveness of media. It also underscores the importance of preventing manipulation and promoting balanced regulation between freedom of speech and digital security.</p>2025-06-20T00:00:00+07:00Copyright (c) 2025 Journal of Multidisciplinary Academic Business Studies