Digital Innovation Meeting Held in the “C5+1” Format

An opening ceremony was held in Astana for a meeting devoted to discussing the development of digital innovation and its role in economic growth within the framework of “C5+1” multilateral cooperation between the countries of Central Asia and the United States.

The meeting was attended by heads and representatives of relevant government agencies from Central Asian countries and the United States, as well as representatives of partner organizations including DFC, CRDF Global, CIPE, and CLDP.

During the meeting, participants exchanged views on ensuring the safety and reliability of advanced technologies, key areas and priority tasks in digitalization and artificial intelligence development, as well as opportunities to further expand cooperation and strengthen partnerships in these fields.

A Turkmen delegation headed by Deputy Minister of Communications Ý. Gülmämmedow took part in the meeting.

Discussions will continue within the framework of the meeting on agenda items related to the development of digital innovation and artificial intelligence, as well as the expansion of international cooperation in this area.