Global leadership and cross-cultural management: an empirical analysis of intercultural communication competence (icc) in Uzbekistan

In an era of rapid globalization, intercultural communication competence (ICC) has become a critical factor inleadership success and organizational performance. This study empirically investigates the relationship between ICC,global leadership, and team effectiveness in Uzbekistan, a country undergoing significant economic and institutionalchanges. A quantitative research approach was employed, gathering data from 300 professionals across public andprivate sectors through structured surveys. Statistical techniques including descriptive statistics, Pearson correlation,independent-sample t-tests, ANOVA, and chi-square tests were used to test the study’s hypotheses. Results demonstratesignificant differences in ICC based on demographic variables such as gender, age, education, and work experience.Furthermore, individuals in high-performing teams and organizations practicing inclusive leadership were found tohave higher ICC scores. The findings highlight the strategic importance of ICC training for enhancing global leadershipcapabilities and managing multicultural teams, with practical implications for organizational success in the Uzbek context