The meeting was also attended by Abdulahad Kuchkarov, CEO of IT Park Uzbekistan.

During the meeting, Josef Sikela highly appreciated Uzbekistan's achievements in rapid development in many areas that have significantly improved the lives of the population, including the work carried out in the field of digital technologies.

In turn, Minister Sh. Shermatov spoke about the main goals of the ministry and the opportunities created.

It was also noted at the meeting that due to Uzbekistan's limited access to the sea, the Ministry is actively developing the ICT sector, which contributes to the rapid growth of IT services exports.

Minister Sh. Shermatov stressed the importance of expanding cooperation with European countries based on the specifics of the European market.

In addition, prospects for cooperation in the field of telecommunications were discussed at the meeting, including the joint implementation of a project to provide remote areas with the Internet using modern satellite communications.

During the meeting, special attention was paid to the issues of expanding digital connectivity and developing sustainability in the field of digitalization and telecommunications.

Projects within the framework of the European Community Initiative for the Development of Digital Connectivity in Central Asia were discussed.

In conclusion, the parties thanked each other for the meeting and expressed hope for mutually beneficial cooperation and successful implementation of joint projects in the near future.

For reference:

The Communications Project for Central Asia (C4CA) aims to improve digital infrastructure and integration across the region. It will contribute to the better interaction of the Central Asian countries, the development of cooperation and economic exchange.

The Satellite Communications for Residents of Remote Areas of Central Asia project aims to provide remote and hard-to-reach areas with the Internet.

This project will help expand digital opportunities in education, healthcare, and economic development for residents of rural and remote areas with limited or no Internet access.