Hong Kong delegation learns about the activities of IT Park Uzbekistan
A Hong Kong business delegation, led by John Lee Ka-chiu, Chief Executive of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region, visited IT Park Uzbekistan as part of an official visit to Uzbekistan.
The guests were briefed on the work underway in the country to develop the digital economy, expand IT services exports, attract international technology companies, and support the startup ecosystem. In addition, information was provided on the IT Visa and Zero Risk programs, as well as on the conditions created for foreign companies.
Members of the delegation were also presented with projects focused on developing digital public services and the e-government system, including UZINFOCOM’s activities, the DMED system, the MyID biometric identification system, and the unified interactive public services platform, MyGov.
After that, a meeting was held on the “Development and Prospects of Cooperation between Hong Kong and Uzbekistan in Innovation and Technology”.
During the meeting, issues of digital transformation, artificial intelligence, startup support, venture investment, and access to international markets were discussed.
Information was presented on the reforms underway in Uzbekistan to develop the digital economy, build a modern digital ecosystem, and create new opportunities for young people. The strategy for the development of artificial intelligence technologies through 2030 was also presented.
John Lee Ka-chiu highly praised Uzbekistan’s achievements in the digital sphere and noted that the Digital Uzbekistan 2030 strategy serves as an important foundation for digital development. He emphasized that bilateral cooperation is important for the formation of the “Digital Silk Road”.
The parties exchanged views on startup development, attracting investment, venture financing, and the expansion of cooperation among technology parks.
Following the meeting, the parties confirmed their readiness to develop cooperation in digital technologies, innovation, startups, and investment.
Nigora Rakhmonova, UzA
