AGP Executive Report
Last update: 37 minutes agoSpace Tech: Uzbekistan’s first space satellite, Samarkand-2028, was launched from a sea platform off China’s Shandong coast, with Uzbekcosmos specialists building an onboard AI module to process hyperspectral data in orbit for faster land monitoring. AI in Orbit: The mission is part of a broader AI-powered remote sensing push, with the satellite aimed at agriculture, water resource monitoring, environmental tracking, disaster risk reduction, and urban planning. Science Capacity Building: Uzbekhydrogeology specialists completed a Germany study tour focused on groundwater monitoring, digital hydrogeological data, and climate-resilient water management, with follow-up cooperation talks with German research and water institutions. Education & Coding Talent: Uzbekistan is set to host IOI 2026 in Tashkent, with 386 students registered from 97 countries and preparations covering security, logistics, and technical infrastructure. Cybersecurity: Kaspersky reported new Windows backdoors (OctLurk and SilkLurk) targeting government and public institutions across Central Asia, including Uzbekistan, since 2025. Regional Tech Diplomacy: Uzbekistan’s foreign minister visit to India highlighted plans to expand trade, investment, energy, digital technologies, healthcare, education, connectivity, and defense cooperation.
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