Tashkent, Uzbekistan (UzDaily.com) — Representatives from Uztelecom visited Huawei’s headquarters to discuss further cooperation in the implementation of 5G technologies, artificial intelligence (AI), and big data in Uzbekistan.

While on a working visit to China, the Uztelecom delegation visited Huawei’s headquarters. During the meeting, the National Telecom Operator reviewed innovations for the ICT sector with the aim of introducing advanced technologies into Uzbekistan.

The visit focused on studying and discussing the possibilities and best practices of deploying 5G and 5.5G networks, as well as the application of AI and big data technologies to strengthen the country's ICT infrastructure. Specific areas of interest included building "smart" cities and implementing "smart" homes concepts.

The use of AI and big data technologies will accelerate the digitalization of Uzbekistan, significantly improve the quality of life, and integrate intelligence into everyday work processes.

As a result of the meeting, the two parties agreed to sign a memorandum of cooperation aimed at launching a project to implement AI and big data technologies.

Huawei and Uztelecom have been collaborating for a quarter of a century on state-significant projects in telecommunications, introducing innovations. During the Ictweek 2024 event in September, the companies carried out the first 5.5G network launch in the CIS, in Uzbekistan.