TASHKENT, Uzbekistan, May 5. Uzbekistan and
China have discussed cooperation on the launch of Uzbekistan’s
first national scientific satellite, Trend reports via Uzcosmos.
The discussions were held during a meeting between the
leadership of Uzcosmos and the Chinese Ambassador to Uzbekistan, Yu
Jun.
In addition, the sides also reviewed ongoing initiatives in the
space sector, including the preparation of Uzbekistan’s first
national astronaut and broader long-term development plans in this
field.
Uzbekistan is currently developing its national space program
through the Uzcosmos, established in 2019 to coordinate space
research and technology policy. The country’s current roadmap
includes the planned launch of its first 6U-format scientific
satellite “Mirzo Ulugbek” by 2028 and parallel preparations for
sending its first national astronaut on a short-duration 10-14 day
mission in cooperation with international partners.
The initiative to train a national astronaut and develop space
capabilities was officially designated as a strategic priority by
President Shavkat Mirziyoyev in 2024 as part of broader efforts to
expand Uzbekistan’s participation in space exploration and applied
satellite technologies.
