A delegation led by John Lee Ka-chiu visited IT Park Uzbekistan as part of an official visit to Uzbekistan. The guests were presented with the country's achievements in digital economy development, measures to support IT companies and startups, and programs to attract foreign investors and specialists. Special attention was paid to the IT Visa and Zero Risk initiatives, aimed at developing international technological cooperation.

During the visit, Hong Kong representatives familiarized themselves with digital services and solutions already in use in the country. These include e-government projects, UZINFOCOM platforms, the DMED digital ecosystem, the MyID biometric identification system, and the MyGov public services portal. The Uzbek side also spoke about reforms aimed at creating a modern technological ecosystem and expanding the export of digital services.

A key event was a meeting dedicated to the prospects of cooperation between Uzbekistan and Hong Kong in the field of innovation. The parties discussed the implementation of artificial intelligence, the development of venture financing, support for startups, and interaction between technology parks. John Lee Ka-chiu highly appreciated the results of Uzbekistan's digital transformation and noted the potential for joint work within the framework of forming a digital Silk Road. The implementation of the artificial intelligence development strategy until 2030, which provides for the introduction of AI in public administration, education, and healthcare, was separately noted.

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Specialized cleaning machines started to be used on the streets of Tashkent

Specialized cleaning machines started to be used on the streets of Tashkent

The equipment simultaneously cleans and washes roads, bike paths, and sidewalks, and is also used for spraying water

Pension services to be digitized in Uzbekistan

Pension services to be digitized in Uzbekistan

Pension services will be available online, and certain payments will be automatically assigned without citizens' applications

Uzbekistan Studies Korean Model of Special Economic Zones

Uzbekistan Studies Korean Model of Special Economic Zones

The delegation familiarized themselves with the management of the Incheon Free Economic Zone, approaches to modernizing such territories, and their use for regional development

Autonomous solar-powered watering holes for saigas installed in the Uzbekistan desert

Autonomous solar-powered watering holes for saigas installed in the Uzbekistan desert

Five systems operate without connection to power grids and water supply, automatically deliver water, and are simultaneously monitored using sensors and meters

Uzbekistan strengthens atmospheric air protection measures

Uzbekistan strengthens atmospheric air protection measures

Since the beginning of the year, the content of fine particulate matter in the capital has decreased, and the number of days with good air quality has increased from 81 to 147

Uzbekistan adopts digital public procurement technologies from Korea

Uzbekistan adopts digital public procurement technologies from Korea

The delegation studied the operation of the KONEPS electronic system, centralized procurement, price and supplier analysis, electronic contracts, and the application of AI for risk assessment

Namangan now has 130 modern buses - the fleet is being replenished with electric buses

Namangan now has 130 modern buses - the fleet is being replenished with electric buses

Over the past few years, entrepreneurs have brought 108 new buses to the city, and another 22 eco-friendly vehicles have appeared on routes this year

Large enterprises in Uzbekistan will be able to purchase electricity directly from private producers

Large enterprises in Uzbekistan will be able to purchase electricity directly from private producers

Starting from 2027, consumers with an annual consumption of 10 million kWh or more will be able to enter into bilateral agreements and independently negotiate electricity prices

Uzbekistan sharply reduced gas exports - imports grew to $1.22 billion

Uzbekistan sharply reduced gas exports - imports grew to $1.22 billion

Over eight months, natural and artificial gas exports fell by 34.8%, while supplies from abroad increased by 15.2% amid declining domestic production

Ucell ranked first in 5G coverage in Uzbekistan

Ucell ranked first in 5G coverage in Uzbekistan

The operator's network covers 30.32% of the territory, while UzMobile leads in 4G coverage with 93.28%

Astana hosts the final of the AI Film Festival with prizes and investments totaling $2 million

Astana hosts the final of the AI Film Festival with prizes and investments totaling $2 million

The final program of the Astana AI Film Festival 2026 includes 25 films selected from 8067 applications received from 125 countries

AI & Digital Bridge 2026 gathered over 150 speakers from the world of technology and AI in Astana

AI & Digital Bridge 2026 gathered over 150 speakers from the world of technology and AI in Astana

The forum program includes artificial intelligence, computing infrastructure, robotics, fintech, investments, and personnel training