Uzbekistani startups now have the opportunity to participate in the LEAP event.

Uzbekistan's Minister of Digital Technologies, Sherzod Shermatov, held talks with Ibrahim Neyaz, the head of Saudi Arabia's National Technology Development Program (NTDP).

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Special attention was given to the potential for expanding IT services in Uzbekistan, as well as the creation of high-paying jobs for local young and skilled professionals.

During the discussions, the idea of establishing an acceleration program for startups was considered, along with collaboration between IT Park and NTDP, as well as the development of technological startups in Uzbekistan.

Additionally, the possibility of Uzbek startups participating in the international event LEAP 2025, scheduled to take place from February 9 to 12, 2025, in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, was discussed.

As a result of the negotiations, it was decided to form a joint working group that will focus on implementing cooperation in key areas. This partnership is expected to have a significant impact on enhancing Uzbekistan's technological potential and the development of IT service exports.