Ministry of Digital Technologies of the Republic of Uzbekistan

The Ministry of Digital Technologies of Uzbekistan and IT Park Uzbekistan hosted the international “Offshore Outsourcing Conference 2025”, bringing together over 280 participants from 250 companies. The event attracted representatives of leading international and domestic IT corporations, as well as industry experts, to explore opportunities for IT service exports from Uzbekistan and discuss strategies for building a sustainable global IT outsourcing ecosystem.

The conference provided a platform for professional networking, knowledge exchange, and the establishment of new business partnerships. A key focus was promotingcollaboration with global IT leaders and identifying new partners and clients to enhance Uzbekistan’s presence in international markets.

Participants were also introduced to Uzbekistan’s business-friendly environment for technology and outsourcing companies. The country offers several advantages, including:

Skilled human resources: With a population exceeding 37 million, over 60% of whom are under 30, Uzbekistan boasts a young, well-educated human resources proficient in foreign languages and equipped with strong technical expertise.
Government Support Programs: Several initiatives have been implemented to reduce risks and incentivize investment for both foreign and local companies:
Zero Risk: Provides free office space in regional locations for 12 months and compensates up to 15% of salary costs for Uzbek employees.
Local2Global: Supports Uzbek companies in expanding into international markets.
IT-Visa: Grants foreign investors, company founders, and IT specialists a multiple-entry visa for up to three years, offering access to medical and educational services, as well as the ability to purchase real estate.
Softlanding: Assists international companies in establishing operations in Uzbekistan, offering end-to-end support from registration through the One-Stop Shop service to office setup, talent recruitment, legal and financial consulting, and integration with IT Park residents.

These measures position Uzbekistan as an attractive destination for technology companies and international investors, promotingbusiness development and market expansion opportunities.

The conference featured a keynote address by Minister of Digital Technologies Sherzod Shermatov.

“In 2017, our President set an ambitious goal to transform Uzbekistan into an IT hub. At the time, many were skeptical, and fewer than 10 foreign IT companies were operating in the country. Today, approximately 30 foreign IT companies launch operations in Uzbekistan each month—clear evidence of the foresight and strategic vision behind this initiative.

Thanks to this vision, the IT sector is now a leading driver of high-paying employment for young professionals. Many talented individuals who once sought opportunities abroad are now returning to Uzbekistan to develop their own startups as IT Park residents,” the minister stated.

Discussions also covered the role of innovation and cultural development in the IT industry, as well as the opportunities IT Park Uzbekistan provides for international partners.

The conference will conclude with visits to leading resident companies and educational institutions, including Dyninno Tas, UZINFOCOM, and the Tashkent University of Information Technologies, where participants will explore infrastructure and collaboration opportunities.

IT Park specialists provided insights into the expansion of IT infrastructure across Uzbekistan’s regions, resident support mechanisms, business registration processes, and labor regulations.