BAKU, Azerbaijan, June 19. Uzbekistan and the
European Union discussed expanding cooperation in digital
transformation, telecommunications infrastructure, and connectivity
projects.
This was reflected in the statement by the Ministry of Digital
Technologies, following a meeting between Digital Technologies
Minister Sherzod Shermatov and Charlotte Adriaen, Head of the
Central Asia and Afghanistan Unit at the European Commission’s
Directorate-General for International Partnerships (DG INTPA).
Representatives of the European Union Delegation to Uzbekistan
also took part in the discussions.
The meeting focused on strengthening cooperation in the
development of digital infrastructure and expanding access to
modern telecommunications services.
"Special attention was given to the implementation of a regional
project aimed at developing advanced telecommunications services in
remote areas of Central Asia under the European Union’s Global
Gateway initiative." the ministry said.
A key topic was the implementation of a regional
telecommunications project under the European Union’s Global
Gateway initiative, aimed at improving advanced communication
services in remote areas across Central Asia.
The parties reviewed issues related to the project's economic
sustainability, operational mechanisms, financing arrangements, and
technical coordination. They also discussed ways to enhance
cooperation and accelerate the implementation process.
In addition, the discussions covered the development of digital
infrastructure, satellite communications, telecommunications
technologies, and broader regional digital integration between
Uzbekistan and the European Union.
The meeting reflects growing engagement between Uzbekistan and
the EU in the digital sector as the country continues efforts to
modernize its communications infrastructure and expand access to
digital services.
At the conclusion of the talks, both sides reaffirmed their
commitment to strengthening cooperation and advancing joint
initiatives aimed at improving digital connectivity and supporting
sustainable technological development across the region.
