Meta Considering Opening a Representative Office in Uzbekistan

Tashkent, Uzbekistan (UzDaily.com) — The National Agency for Perspective Projects of Uzbekistan held a meeting with representatives of Meta, the company that owns Facebook, Instagram, WhatsApp, and Threads, to discuss the potential opening of an official representative office in the country and the development of joint digital initiatives.

During the discussions, the parties addressed measures to prevent fraud in advertising and promotion on Meta platforms, as well as issues related to content monetization and supporting digital content creators in Uzbekistan.

Meta was represented at the meeting by Sarim Aziz, Director of Public Policy for South and Central Asia; Senura Abeywardena, Head of Public Policy for Central Asia, Mongolia, Sri Lanka, and the Maldives; Aurora Li, Head of Government and Social Initiatives for Central Asia, Hong Kong, and Taiwan; and Yerasyl Kalikhan, Regional Manager for Public Policy for Central Asia and Mongolia.

Both sides emphasized the importance of establishing direct dialogue and sharing experience in regulating digital platforms, protecting users, and developing a fair and transparent monetization system.

Special attention was paid to issues of digital security, advertising transparency, and promoting responsible online behavior.

Following the meeting, the parties agreed to continue cooperation and work out specific areas of partnership, paving the way for Meta to expand its presence in the region and enhance support for digital initiatives in Uzbekistan.