TASHKENT, Uzbekistan, December 12. China’s
technology company Huawei plans to open a regional branch in
Uzbekistan’s Namangan region and launch a number of digital
initiatives, including smart city projects and an artificial
intelligence laboratory, Trend reports via the Namangan Regional
Administration.
The plans were outlined during a meeting between Shavkatjon
Abdurazzoqov, Governor of Namangan Region, and a Huawei delegation
led by Dilimulati Maimati, the company’s manager for China’s
eastern region.
The discussions centered on large-scale IT initiatives, the
progress made in digitalization, and the efforts being undertaken
in the region to foster the development of a robust digital
economy.
As part of the collaboration, the parties agreed to establish an
Artificial Intelligence laboratory at Namangan State Technical
University and introduce smart classrooms in general education
schools. These initiatives aim to digitalize the learning
environment, broaden the application of interactive educational
tools, and enhance students' IT skills.
Furthermore, the Smart City concept will be implemented in
Namangan in stages, incorporating advanced digital solutions in key
areas such as public safety, utilities management, transport
administration, and environmental monitoring.
A significant outcome of the meeting was the decision to
establish a Huawei branch in the region. This new office will focus
on training IT specialists for international markets and providing
export-oriented digital services.
