President of Uzbekistan Shavkat Mirziyoyev has proposed creating a unified digital space across Central Asia, aiming to strengthen regional digital integration and simplify cross-border cooperation.
The initiative envisions closer coordination between the region’s countries in areas such as digital identity, e-government services, electronic signatures, customs systems, and data exchange. A shared digital infrastructure would allow citizens and businesses to access digital services more seamlessly across borders.
According to the proposal, harmonizing digital platforms could significantly reduce administrative barriers in trade and logistics. Mutual recognition of electronic documents and integrated digital services would help accelerate cross-border commerce, improve the movement of goods, and create a more efficient business environment.
The initiative also aligns with Uzbekistan’s broader digital transformation agenda. In recent years, the country has expanded e-government services, invested in digital infrastructure, promoted artificial intelligence, and positioned itself as one of Central Asia’s fastest-growing technology hubs.
If implemented, a unified digital space could become one of the region’s most significant digital integration projects, creating new opportunities for startups, technology companies, investors, and cross-border innovation while strengthening Central Asia’s competitiveness in the global digital economy.
