On 27 April 2026, in Bishkek, Kyrgyz Republic, the Director of the Agency of Innovation and Digital Technologies under the President of the Republic of Tajikistan participated and delivered a speech at the Fifth Meeting of Ministers of Information and Communication Technologies of the Shanghai Cooperation Organization Member States.
In his speech, the leadership of the Agency of Innovation and Digital Technologies also reported that the Artificial Intelligence Development Strategy of the Republic of Tajikistan for the period up to 2040 has been adopted as the first strategic document of its kind in the Central Asian region. The strategy covers the application of artificial intelligence technologies in public administration, healthcare, agriculture, environmental protection, and information security.
It was also noted that the IT Park Dushanbe operates as a hub for the development of startups and technology companies, providing favorable conditions for tech entrepreneurs and young professionals, including tax and customs incentives, modern infrastructure, and educational programs.
In conclusion, the leadership of the Agency of Innovation and Digital Technologies put forward the following proposals for consideration by Shanghai Cooperation Organization member states:
- establishment of a registry of best practices of member states in the field of information and communication technologies and artificial intelligence;
- development of a harmonized legal framework for the use and regulation of artificial intelligence;
- inclusion of issues related to digital connectivity and data exchange between data centers.
Overall, the Republic of Tajikistan reaffirmed its readiness to further expand cooperation in digitalization and innovation development and called on Shanghai Cooperation Organization member states to implement the proposed initiatives.
