BAKU, Azerbaijan, October 24. Uzbekistan and
South Korea are exploring opportunities to expand cooperation in
artificial intelligence, digital infrastructure, e-government and
IT workforce development, IT Park Uzbekistan said following its
delegation’s visit to South Korea on October 18–22.
Meanwhile, the delegation, led by IT Park Uzbekistan Executive
Director Jakhongir Radjabov, participated in the Global AI &
Digital Summit 2026 and held meetings with South Korean government
agencies, the World Bank and representatives of the academic
community.
During a meeting with South Korea’s Ministry of Science and ICT,
the parties explored cooperation in AI, digital public services, IT
education and scientific research. The Uzbek delegation presented
plans to train young specialists and establish an Artificial
Intelligence Institute and a research center at New Uzbekistan
University.
Additionally, the delegation met with South Korea’s National
Information Society Agency to discuss developing Uzbekistan’s
national data platform, improving government data management and
creating datasets for AI training. The parties agreed to continue
exchanging expertise, including through specialized online
seminars.
In talks with World Bank representatives, the delegation
discussed the Digital Inclusion in Uzbekistan project, which aims
to expand access to digital technologies, strengthen digital skills
and create employment opportunities.
Moreover, the visit explored potential cooperation with Seoul
National University in research, technology transfer, startup
development and specialist training.
The meetings identified potential areas for further cooperation
to strengthen Uzbekistan’s IT ecosystem, develop AI expertise and
expand the use of advanced digital technologies.
