The Government of Uzbekistan has adopted a new Presidential Decree introducing additional measures to support projects based on artificial intelligence (AI). This initiative marks another important step toward accelerating the country’s digital transformation and advancing the goals of the “Digital Uzbekistan 2030” Strategy.

 

Under the new framework, the government will allocate significant additional funding from the Fund for Reconstruction and Development to finance projects driven by AI technologies. The support will include both direct grants for the implementation of AI in public institutions and investments in venture funds such as “Fund of Funds” and “IT Park Ventures.” These mechanisms aim to stimulate innovation in socially important areas and across key sectors of the economy.

 

The Coordinating Commission for the Implementation of the Digital Uzbekistan Strategy will oversee the distribution of these resources. The Commission will determine priority sectors, select projects, and ensure that resources are used effectively to achieve the intended socio-economic impact.

 

Government institutions are encouraged to develop and submit proposals for integrating AI technologies into their operations. Projects will be financed either through direct agreements with registered enterprises or via open competitions held among innovative companies that meet the Commission’s requirements and selection criteria.

 

Additionally, the decree simplifies the technical review process for information systems and resources, ensuring that approvals are completed swiftly and efficiently across all relevant agencies.

 

This initiative underscores Uzbekistan’s growing commitment to fostering AI-driven innovation, promoting digital inclusion, and building a competitive, knowledge-based economy that harnesses the power of emerging technologies for public benefit.