This article investigates the role of enhancing the entrepreneurial potential of local communities in fostering domestic tourism development, with a focus on Uzbekistan’s tourism sector. It explores strategies such as capacity building, access to microfinance, and community-based tourism initiatives to empower local entrepreneurs. Statistical data from the Uzbekistan Ministry of Tourism and Cultural Heritage  indicates that regions with active community entrepreneurship programs saw a 25% increase in domestic tourist visits from 2021 to 2023. Drawing on global best practices and theoretical frameworks like Schumpeter’s entrepreneurship theory, the study addresses challenges such as limited skills and infrastructure. Recommendations include tailored training programs and public-private partnerships to boost local entrepreneurship and tourism growth.

Domestic tourism, entrepreneurial potential, local communities, community-based tourism, capacity building, microfinance, Uzbekistan.

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