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  1. Uzbekistan and Western Europe are planning joint investment initiatives and technology deployment to reinforce economic ties.
  2. Uzbekistan discussed digital economy and bilateral cooperation initiatives with high-level policy discussions.
  3. Uzbekistan utilizes Euronews for international outreach while Shermatov drives the digital policy agenda.

Uzbekistan Signs MoU with Eutelsat OneWeb to Expand Satellite Connectivity

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Uzbekistan and Eutelsat OneWeb signed a memorandum of understanding to expand satellite connectivity and strengthen the country’s digital infrastructure. The agreement was announced by the Ministry of Digital Technologies of Uzbekistan, following a meeting between Minister Sherzod Shermatov and Eutelsat OneWeb management during ICT Week Uzbekistan 2026. The parties discussed utilizing GEO and OneWeb LEO satellite technologies to expand high-speed internet coverage in remote communities, schools, and healthcare facilities. The MoU also addresses establishing additional and backup connectivity channels for telecommunications networks and data centers.

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The agreement aims to leverage satellite technology to provide high-speed internet access to areas where traditional telecommunications infrastructure is difficult to deploy. This expansion focuses on strengthening the resilience of critical digital systems across Uzbekistan.

Uzbekistan utilizes Euronews for international outreach while Shermatov drives the digital policy agenda.

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Who's involved

  • Sherzod ShermatovUzbek politician who led discussions on the partnership.
  • Minister of Information Technology and Communication of the Republic of UzbekistanUzbekistan's ministry announcing the infrastructure agreement.
  • UzbekistanSovereign state in Central Asia benefiting from the infrastructure expansion.

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