BAKU, Azerbaijan, October 1. Uzbekistan and
Singapore cybersecurity company Group-IB signed a Memorandum of
Understanding on digital security, threat intelligence, and the
development of cybersecurity expertise in the country on Sept. 29
in Tashkent.
This was reflected in the statement by the Ministry of Digital
Technologies of Uzbekistan, following a meeting between First
Deputy Minister of Digital Technologies Ayubkhon Sultonov and
Konstantin Chigirev, Group-IB’s general manager for the Middle
East, Africa, Türkiye and Central Asia.
“Strengthening cooperation with international cybersecurity
experts will help enhance Uzbekistan’s capabilities in identifying
digital threats, developing digital forensics and protecting
critical information infrastructure,” the ministry said.
The parties discussed opportunities for sharing information and
expertise on digital threats, digital forensics and modern
analytical methods, as well as strengthening information security
across government institutions and critical infrastructure.
Particular attention was given to developing qualified IT
specialists. The sides explored joint educational programs,
training sessions and practical placements designed to strengthen
the professional and practical skills of cybersecurity and IT
professionals.
The newly signed Memorandum of Understanding provides a
framework for further cooperation and joint initiatives in the
identified areas, the ministry said.
