Tuya Smart (NYSE: TUYA, HKEX: 2391), a global AI cloud platform service provider, and Uzbektelecom, Uzbekistan’s leading telecommunications operator, have officially entered into a collaboration. The agreement, signed during ICT Week, paves the way for both parties to accelerate the development of smart technologies and AIoT solutions across the Uzbek market.

This collaboration comes at a pivotal moment in Uzbekistan’s digital transformation, with growing demand for intelligent solutions that improve daily life and boost efficiency. Leveraging Tuya’s advanced AIoT capabilities and Uzbektelecom’s extensive customer base, the partners will roll out sophisticated smart home ecosystems, helping bring connected living experiences to households nationwide.

The collaboration framework addresses several key priorities, centered on the development and implementation of comprehensive AIoT solutions. These efforts will combine smart devices, cloud infrastructure, and intelligent analytics to establish secure and seamless ecosystems adapted to local needs. The partnership will also prioritize knowledge-sharing and skills development, with initiatives designed to build specialized local expertise in smart technologies.

Central to the partnership is Tuya’s open and neutral platform, which enables seamless interoperability between devices across multiple categories. This ensures users enjoy convenient, centralized control, while service providers gain access to scalable, future-ready systems that encourage continued innovation. With Tuya’s mature ecosystem and developer-friendly tools, local partners can rapidly deploy advanced smart solutions while lowering technical barriers.

This cooperation lays the groundwork for sustainable technological infrastructure that can serve as a model for Central Asia. By merging extensive telecommunications expertise with advanced AIoT capabilities, the collaboration will cultivate an ecosystem for ongoing technological advancement and smart living innovation. The implementation of AIoT showcase projects will demonstrate smart technology in action, with the potential to shape digital transformation strategies across neighboring markets.

“We are committed to enabling Uzbek consumers to access more convenient and intelligent services,” said Islamov Javlon Rasulovich, Deputy Chairman of the Board for Commercial Affairs. “Partnering with Tuya will help popularize smart home technologies with a low entry threshold, creating user-friendly environments for our people.”

“At Tuya, we are dedicated to empowering our partners with accessible and efficient ecosystem support to capture opportunities in the smart era,” added Tina Yu, General Manager of Eurasia of Tuya Smart. “Together with Uzbektelecom, we look forward to bringing innovative experiences to Uzbek consumers and building benchmark projects for the Central Asian market.”

This cooperation goes beyond product deployment. It reflects a shared vision to build intelligent, connected communities across Uzbekistan, creating lasting value for consumers while contributing to the region’s broader digital transformation journey.