Uzbekistan's Minister of Digital Technologies Sherzod Shermatov and VEON Group CEO Kaan Terzioglu discussed the development of communication and digital infrastructure in the country. The meeting took place in Samarkand as part of the C5+1 summit with the participation of Central Asian states and the USA. The parties focused on expanding mobile network coverage and improving the quality of services for users.

Participants considered opportunities to improve internet access amid growing demand for digital services. VEON's international experience, the group's work in the Uzbekistan market, and prospects for implementing modern telecommunication solutions were also discussed. Specific projects, investment volumes, and timelines for implementing initiatives were not announced following the meeting.

The parties exchanged views on further modernizing telecommunication infrastructure and developing digital services. Representatives of Uzbekistan and VEON agreed to continue the dialogue and explore possible areas of cooperation. The negotiations took place against the backdrop of the country's efforts to expand internet access and develop the digital economy, but no new agreements were signed or separate programs launched.