Uzbekistan and South Korea will create a technological alliance in the field of IT and cybersecurity

Uzbekistan and South Korea have agreed to elevate their cooperation in the technology sector to a new level. The countries intend to establish an innovative and technological alliance focused on information technology, cybersecurity, and digital solutions for medicine and pharmaceuticals.

The agreements were reached on September 14 in Seoul during talks between President of Uzbekistan Shavkat Mirziyoyev and President of South Korea Lee Jae-myung.

The foundation of the new alliance will be advanced Korean technologies and Uzbekistan's industrial and resource potential. Key areas include IT and cybersecurity, as well as high-tech and digital technologies in medicine, healthcare, and pharmaceutical production.

Technological cooperation will develop in parallel with educational projects. Four branches of South Korean universities are already operating in Uzbekistan, training specialists in pedagogy, IT, engineering, and digital technologies.

Additionally, with the support of the Korea International Cooperation Agency (KOICA), five vocational training centers have been established in the country. They provide young people with opportunities to develop practical skills and prepare for careers in high-demand fields.

The parties also highlighted the role of the Forum of Rectors of Universities of Uzbekistan and South Korea in exchanging expertise in specialist training.

South Korea remains one of Uzbekistan's key economic partners. More than 700 joint ventures with Korean capital are operating in the country.

Through cooperation with the Korea International Cooperation Agency, the Export-Import Bank of Korea, and the EDCF Fund, projects are being implemented in the fields of ICT, medicine, industry, energy, education, and other areas.

As a result of the current visit, an investment portfolio of promising projects worth approximately $12 billion has been formed. Additionally, a strategic partnership program with the Export-Import Bank of Korea was adopted.

In the future, the technological alliance should unite government bodies, businesses, and educational institutions of both countries, strengthening the exchange of technologies and competencies.

The next Interregional Forum of Uzbekistan and South Korea is planned to be held in Samarkand.

Source: president.uz