By Zolotaya Korona
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TASHKENT, Uzbekistan, October 6. At the
International Astronautical Congress (IAC) in Sydney, Australia, a
landmark decision was made: the next congress in 2028 will be
hosted in Samarkand, Trend reports.
During the Sydney congress, Uzbekistan’s Ministry of Digital
Technologies delegation participated in a comprehensive program
showcasing the country’s progress and future plans in space
technologies. The delegation delivered detailed presentations
highlighting Uzbekistan’s achievements and prospects in the
Strategic meetings were also held with leading space agencies
from Europe, Asia, and the Americas, fostering potential
collaborations. Discussions covered joint projects aimed at
applying digital technologies in space monitoring, agriculture, and
environmental management.
The International Astronautical Federation’s leadership praised
Uzbekistan’s scientific potential, the growing interest of its
youth in space sciences, and the country’s ongoing efforts to
develop infrastructure, fully supporting the initiative to host the
2028 congress in Samarkand.
In the grand scheme of things, this event is not just a feather
in the cap for science and technology; it’s poised to bring home
the bacon with some serious economic perks. For reference, the
current congress in Sydney generated $27 million for the local
economy. The Samarkand IAC is anticipated to attract over 10,000
international visitors, boosting tourism, services, and
entrepreneurship through global exhibitions and networking
opportunities.
The International Astronautical Congress (IAC) is the foremost
annual global event in the space sector, uniting space agencies,
industry executives, scholars, and aficionados to exchange
knowledge, promote innovation, and establish collaborations in
space science and technology. The International Astronautical
Congress (IAC), coordinated by the International Astronautical
Federation (IAF) and its affiliates, annually alternates its venue
worldwide, including all facets of the space industry, including
technical sessions on exploration and technology as well as
dialogues on space and society.
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