At the Crossroads of Eurasia's Digital Routes: M360 Eurasia Comes to Samarkand for the First Time

Tashkent, Uzbekistan (UzDaily.com) — GSMA M360 Eurasia 2026 will be held with the support of the Ministry of Digital Technologies of the Republic of Uzbekistan, Beeline Uzbekistan, and VEON Group. The forum will unite leading international and regional telecom operators, technology companies, policymakers, telecommunications equipment and cloud technology manufacturers, and IT and digital investors.

"The success of last year's forum in Tashkent — the first time M360 brought its platform to our region — demonstrated the strong interest of the global community in Uzbekistan's digital potential. In 2026, we carry the momentum forward in Samarkand, as part of our ongoing efforts to establish the country as Eurasia's leading IT hub. For us, this is more than an event, it is a strategic vehicle for integration into the global digital economy. We remain committed to advancing infrastructure development and introducing forward-looking regulatory practices. The Samarkand summit will further solidify Uzbekistan's position as a technology destination where regional standards for connectivity and digital engagement are shaped for the future," said Sherzod Shermatov, Minister of Digital Technologies of the Republic of Uzbekistan.

“Hosting M360 EURASIA in Uzbekistan for the second consecutive year is a confirmation of the country's status as an emerging international IT hub. Uzbekistan is rapidly becoming one of the most dynamic digital markets in the region, and our goal is to turn that momentum into a global benchmark. In 2026, M360 EURASIA comes to Samarkand — a city that for centuries has connected ideas, cultures and trade. Today, it becomes the ideal stage for aligning regional ambitions with the global digital agenda and the innovations of tomorrow. Beeline Uzbekistan, in turn, is undergoing a transformation from a traditional telecom operator into a large-scale digital ecosystem that creates real value for people, businesses and the national economy. We want the world to see that innovation is being born here and now — and to become an active part of this significant and sustainable growth,” said Yevgeniy Nastradin, CEO of Beeline Uzbekistan.

“Eurasia is one of the world’s most dynamic and fast-moving digital hubs, and M360 Eurasia exists to give that regional momentum a global, 360-degree platform. As Uzbekistan advances its Digital Uzbekistan 2030 agenda and continues to strengthen its position as an emerging centre for AI, software development and digital policy, M360 Eurasia will sit at the heart of that journey, driving collaboration, investment and digital growth – and we look forward to welcoming the region’s leaders to Samarkand for what promises to be yet another landmark event,” John Guisti, Chief Regulatory Officer, GSMA.

In 2025, Tashkent hosted M360 EURASIA for the first time, welcoming over 1,000 experts from 60 countries. Participants discussed the development of AI, digital infrastructure, and regulatory policy in the communications sector. The successful hosting of last year's event confirmed Uzbekistan's status as a regional digital hub and served as the basis for holding the forum in the country for a second consecutive year.

Forum participants can look forward to addresses from global and regional industry leaders, hands-on sessions, and rich networking opportunities with executives from the telecom industry and high-tech product, equipment, and systems manufacturers.

The forum invites representatives of the telecommunications industry, technology companies, policymakers, and investors to participate in M360 Eurasia 2026.

Registration is open on the official website.

About Beeline Uzbekistan

Beeline Uzbekistan (Unitel LLC) has been operating as a digital operator under the trademark since September 12, 2006. Beeline Uzbekistan is one of the largest taxpayers in the country and has paid an estimated USD 2,1 billion in taxes during its operations in Uzbekistan. Beeline Uzbekistan, with more than 2,000 employees, is a Certified Top Employer 2024, 2025and 2026.

Beeline Uzbekistan is part of the VEON Group. VEON has invested more than USD 1.6 billion into Uzbekistan’s telecommunications sector since 2006, when the Group first entered the market.

VEON is a digital operator that provides services to over 150 million connectivity customers and approximately 120 million monthly active digital users. Operating across five countries that are home to more than 6% of the world’s population, VEON is transforming lives through technology-driven services that empower individuals and drive economic growth. VEON is headquartered in Dubai and listed on NASDAQ. For more information, visit the official website.

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