The article examines how local communities and government authorities in Uzbekistan are involved in developing tourism. The researchers aim to understand the perspectives of government officials on tourism progress, the level of local government participation, and their views on funding local communities. The study seeks to identify ways to improve community engagement in tourism in Uzbekistan. Key findings include the need for more research on local viewpoints, the importance of government involvement in tourism development, and the potential for local authorities to contribute funds to the community.