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Eurasia/UZ Daily
08/01/2026 18:00
Uzbekistan’s strongest performance was in the “Policy & Strategy” category, with 80.5 points, and “Government Administration”, scoring 79.13 points. In contrast, the AI Infrastructure score was 45.87. Other indicators include AI adoption in the public sector (64.42), technology development and diffusion (38.72), and resilience (39.61), UZ Daily reports.
Experts note that Uzbekistan is making steady progress. Among key initiatives is the president’s recent goal to train five million AI specialists by 2030.
In the South and Central Asia region, Uzbekistan ranks fourth, behind India (21st globally), Turkey (48th), and Kazakhstan (60th).
The 2025 Index evaluates the readiness of 195 countries to adopt AI amid growing challenges such as shifting citizen needs, economic volatility, climate risks, and rising social inequality. The report not only highlights achievements and gaps but also provides practical recommendations for policymakers seeking to effectively integrate AI into public governance.
