IT PARK UZBEKISTAN AS GLOBAL PARTNER FOR THE GLOBAL STARTUP AWARDS
The Global Startup Awards is proud to welcome IT Park Uzbekistan as the Global Partner for the upcoming Global Grand Finale.
As the country’s national platform for the development of its digital economy and startup ecosystem, IT Park Uzbekistan plays a central role in connecting startups, IT companies, investors, and international partners. Through its integrated support system and ecosystem-wide initiatives, it is helping position Uzbekistan as one of Central Asia’s fastest-emerging technology hubs.
BUILDING A GATEWAY TO CENTRAL ASIA
Established in 2019, IT Park Uzbekistan operates as a state backed innovation hub and extraterritorial free economic zone designed to accelerate the growth of the country’s IT and startup sectors. It provides companies with a comprehensive set of benefits including tax incentives, market entry support, legal and operational guidance, and access to acceleration and talent development programs.
At the core of its ecosystem is StartupBase,a centralized platform connecting startups, investors, partners, and innovation programs. With over 1,000 startups listed and more than $400M in total investments, StartupBase reflects the growing momentum of Uzbekistan’s innovation landscape.
Flagship initiatives and tools include StartupBase platform, Digital Startups, Zero Risk, Local to Global, IT Visa, One Stop Shop, President Tech Award, and Land of Startups. The new startup support framework also includes international accelerator reimbursement, IP compensation, public procurement support, and resident status access for Digital Startups participants.
WHY UZBEKISTAN AS STRATEGIC HUBSPOT
Uzbekistan is rapidly positioning itself as a strategic destination for technology, outsourcing, and startup investment. With a young talent pool, competitive operating environment, and strong government support under the Digital Uzbekistan 2030 strategy, the country aims to significantly expand its startup ecosystem and IT export capacity over the coming years.
In this context, IT Park Uzbekistan acts as the primary gateway into the market, reducing entry barriers and enabling startups and companies to move from idea to international scale.
Member companies benefit from one of the most competitive incentive frameworks in the region, including tax exemptions and long-term support mechanisms designed to encourage innovation, export growth, and foreign investment.
A SHARED VISION FOR GLOBAL INNOVATION
As the Global Partner, IT Park Uzbekistan brings this vision to the Global Startup Awards stage, highlighting the growing importance of Central Asia in the global innovation landscape.
Together, we continue to build bridges between regions, ideas, and opportunities, shaping the next chapter of the global startup economy.
ABOUT THE GLOBAL STARTUP AWARDS
The Global Startup Awards discovers, supports, and celebrates visionary entrepreneurs and high-growth startups worldwide. Through competitions, community features, and storytelling, GSA helps founders connect, share insights, and accelerate their ventures.
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