Uzbekinstan’s strategy for the development of artificial intelligence technologies until 2030

General Information

The Strategy for the Development of Artificial Intelligence Technologies until 2030 (hereinafter referred to as the Strategy) has been developed in accordance with the Decree No. PF-132 of the President of the Republic of Uzbekistan, dated August 30, 2024, “On Measures to Implement the Tasks Defined at the Fourth Open Dialogue between the President of the Republic of Uzbekistan and Entrepreneurs.” This Strategy aims to create the necessary conditions for the introduction of artificial intelligence technologies in the social sphere and economic sectors, including the establishment of legal, technological, and economic foundations.

The Strategy defines the objectives, tasks, and priority areas for the broad application and accelerated development of artificial intelligence in our country, taking into account the current state of artificial intelligence technologies and the advanced practices of other countries.

Additionally, the Strategy outlines medium- and long-term tasks, including those in scientific and technological development, for the implementation of projects aligned with national interests using artificial intelligence technologies.

The following key concepts are used in the Strategy:

Artificial Intelligence: A set of technological solutions that enable the imitation of human knowledge and skills (including independent learning and problem-solving), delivering results comparable to those of human intellectual activity when performing specific tasks.

Neural Network: A mathematical model and software-hardware solution based on the principles of biological neural connections, employed in machine learning.

Machine Learning: A field focused on developing algorithms that draw conclusions by studying and analyzing patterns, identifying relationships in data, and applying various methods, including neural networks and statistics.

Deep Learning Platform: A set of software and hardware tools designed for deep learning using artificial neural networks.

Artificial Intelligence Technology: Technologies based on artificial intelligence, including advanced methods for intelligent video analysis, speech recognition and synthesis, and decision-making support.

Big Data: Large datasets distinguished by their volume, variety, and/or velocity, requiring efficient storage, management, and analysis.

The current state of AI technologies development in Uzbekistan

To create conditions for the development of artificial intelligence technologies, the President of the Republic of Uzbekistan issued Resolution No. PQ-4996 on February 17, 2021, “On measures to create Conditions for the accelerated implementation of artificial intelligence technologies.” according to this resolution:

Starting from the 2021/2022 academic year, courses and subjects focused on the practical application of artificial intelligence technologies in economic sectors and public administration were introduced in 15 higher education institutions;

Beginning with the 2023/2024 academic year, 572 students (510 undergraduates and 62 master’s students) were admitted to 12 higher education institutions to study in the field of “Artificial Intelligence”;

The “El-Yurt Umidi” Foundation sent young people who expressed a desire to study artificial intelligence to leading foreign higher education institutions.

The Ministry of Digital Technologies established the Digital Technologies and Artificial Intelligence Development Research Institute, which includes specialized laboratories.

As part of the activities of the Open Data Portal of the Republic of Uzbekistan, a digital data platform (data.egov.uz) was launched to provide access to datasets and state agency data through software solutions based on artificial intelligence.

Experimental projects were implemented in priority sectors and industries—such as agriculture, banking, finance, transport, healthcare, pharmaceuticals, energy, and taxation — to introduce artificial intelligence technologies.

Objectives and tasks of the strategy

The Strategy aims to achieve specific targets for the development of artificial intelligence technologies by 2030. The following are defined as the primary objectives and tasks for the successful implementation of the Strategy in Uzbekistan:

1) Developing a legal framework for the advancement of Artificial Intelligence Technologies:

drafting and improving national legislation based on international best practices;

creating a favourable environment to support scientific research and innovation in the field;

establishing security and ethical requirements for artificial intelligence technologies.

2) Implementing Artificial Intelligence Technologies in the social sphere and Economic Sectors:

promoting the development and introduction of artificial intelligence technologies to generate new high-value products and services.

3) Improving standards and strengthening international cooperation:

aligning national standards with international standards;

establishing connections with international organizations and leading foreign companies in the field, as well as strengthening regional and international cooperation.

4) Establishing technical infrastructure for data processing based on Artificial Intelligence Technologies:

creating the necessary infrastructure for the training, testing, and development of artificial intelligence models;

forming open data and “big data” collections.

5) Enhancing knowledge and skills of the population and developing human resources:

raising public awareness and knowledge about the use of artificial intelligence technologies;

training qualified personnel, improving staff competencies, engaging foreign specialists, and enhancing the skills of teachers and professors.