Within the framework of the Silk Road Finance & Technology Forum 2026, representatives of the Central Bank of the Republic of Uzbekistan and Ant Group exchanged views on opportunities to expand cooperation in the development of digital financial services, cross-border payments and financial technologies.
The parties discussed ways to make payment processes more convenient for international travellers, including opportunities to develop new and modern payment solutions, while also improving access to payment services for Uzbek citizens travelling abroad.
Particular attention was also given to the development of Uzbekistan’s fintech ecosystem and strengthening the capacity of professionals in the sector. In this context, the parties considered collaboration opportunities under international education and professional development initiatives for fintech specialists, including the 10x1000 Tech for Inclusion programme.
The parties expressed their readiness to continue dialogue aimed at further developing practical cooperation in digital finance and payment technologies.
