Tashkent, Uzbekistan (UzDaily.uz) — A delegation from IT Park Uzbekistan, led by Executive Director Jakhongir Rajabov, visited the Republic of Korea from 18 to 22 October 2026 to explore cooperation in artificial intelligence, data infrastructure and digital technologies.
The delegation attended the Global AI & Digital Summit 2026 and held meetings with government agencies, the World Bank and academic institutions, IT Park Uzbekistan reported.
Discussions focused on artificial intelligence, national data infrastructure, digitalisation of public administration, workforce training and expanding international cooperation in the IT sector.
The Global AI & Digital Summit 2026 was organised by the World Bank Group in cooperation with South Korean government agencies. The event addressed the development of artificial intelligence and digital transformation.
At South Korea’s Ministry of Science and ICT (MSIT), the delegation discussed cooperation in AI, digital government, IT education and scientific research. The Uzbek side presented plans to train young specialists and develop AI expertise, including the establishment of an Institute of Artificial Intelligence at New Uzbekistan University and the development of a research centre.
South Korean representatives expressed interest in strengthening ties between universities and research institutions. They also indicated their readiness to share experience in applying AI to public administration, improving digital public services and training cybersecurity specialists. The sides agreed to continue dialogue and explore opportunities for practical cooperation.
During a meeting with the leadership of South Korea’s National Information Society Agency (NIA), the parties discussed plans to establish a national data platform in Uzbekistan and expand cooperation in AI.
They reviewed South Korea’s experience in developing digital infrastructure, managing government data and building datasets for training AI models. The sides agreed to continue exchanging expertise, including through online seminars on NIA’s practices.
A meeting with the World Bank focused on implementation of the Digital Inclusion in Uzbekistan project, which aims to expand public access to digital technologies, improve digital skills and create jobs.
The parties also reviewed the results of initiatives to develop soft skills and promote Uzbekistan’s IT industry internationally. They discussed ways to improve project implementation and expand expert cooperation.
The visit programme also included an introduction to the experience of Seoul National University (SNU), which conducts research in engineering, AI, computer science, biotechnology and semiconductors.
The university’s innovation ecosystem includes 64 state-funded research centres and a startup support unit. It also includes SNU Technology Holdings, a company that invests in startups affiliated with the university.
According to IT Park Uzbekistan, cooperation in these areas could strengthen the country’s IT ecosystem, expand international ties and support the adoption of advanced technological solutions.
