Uzbekistan and the United States discussed training IT specialists, developing startups and attracting investment to Uzbekistan’s technology sector under a memorandum on cooperation in artificial intelligence. The memorandum provides for stronger links among universities, companies and government institutions in the two countries.
Potential areas of cooperation include agricultural technology, water conservation, language services and the development of solutions for people with disabilities. The agenda identifies several areas in which artificial intelligence could be applied to social and economic needs.
Participants also considered prospects for sharing experience between Seattle and Tashkent in digital city management. Seattle Chief Technology Officer Shannon Smith presented the city’s experience of using AI to improve municipal services, streamline construction procedures and enhance road safety.
The parties also intend to develop joint educational initiatives and pilot projects focused on responsible AI use, cybersecurity and data protection. The source material does not specify the memorandum’s date, the organizations that signed it or an implementation timetable.
