Uzbekistan and China have discussed expanding cooperation in artificial intelligence (AI), data security and digital education. The talks also covered joint technology initiatives and opportunities to attract Chinese technology companies to the Uzbek market.
Cooperation Through WAICO
On October 12, 2026, Uzbekistan’s Minister of Digital Technologies, Sherzod Shermatov, met with China’s Ambassador to Uzbekistan, Yu Jun. The two sides discussed strengthening cooperation through the World Artificial Intelligence Cooperation Organization (WAICO) and expanding Uzbekistan’s participation in its activities.
They also explored opportunities to launch joint AI initiatives and strengthen cooperation on data security.
Digital Education and Technology Companies
The meeting addressed potential partnerships with leading Chinese universities, as well as improvements to IT curricula and textbooks at higher education institutions in Uzbekistan.
Both sides also discussed expanding AI cooperation between Uzbek and Chinese companies and attracting major Chinese technology firms to operate in Uzbekistan.
No specific projects or implementation timelines were announced in the reports of the meeting.
