The Agency of "Uzbekcosmos"

The international Space Technology Conference 2026, held in Uzbekistan, has become one of the largest regional platforms in the field of space technology. This event has acquired particular significance not only as a platform for scientific and technological dialogue but also as a strategic point of interaction, bringing together representatives of the global space community.

Approximately 500 delegates participated in the conference. Among them were representatives of space agencies and specialized organizations from countries such as Russia, China, the United States, France, Japan, the Republic of Korea, India, the Sultanate of Oman, Singapore, Turkey, Azerbaijan, Kazakhstan, Tajikistan, Kyrgyzstan, Pakistan, and Myanmar.

In addition, approximately 40 foreign companies holding significant positions in the global space market participated in the event. These included leading industry players such as Axiom Space, Planet Labs, Capella Space, Hydrosat, VAST, Octave, Star.Vision, China Academy of Space Technology, Kratos Defense, Airbus, Eutelsat, Synspective, Orbitworks, Nara Space, Oman Lens, 4iG Space & Defense Technologies, Türksat, Intersputnik, Kacific, Kazakh Engineering, and SES.

The international conference featured over 100 meetings, during which proposals and recommendations for developing bilateral cooperation, attracting investment, and implementing joint projects were discussed.
Three countries—Uzbekistan, Kazakhstan, and Azerbaijan—also organized special briefings presenting their national space programs, investment opportunities, and future plans.

Of particular significance was the participation of the heads of three major international organizations:
• Executive Director of the International Astronautical Federation (IAF) Christian Feichtinger
• Secretary General of the Organization of Turkic States (OTG) Kubanychbek Omuraliev
• Secretary General of the Asia-Pacific Space Cooperation Organization (APSCO) Jiang Hui.

Their participation contributed to taking regional and global cooperation to a new level.
Furthermore, another important event was held as part of the conference: the Central Asian Youth Forum on Space-Based Drought Monitoring.
At the forum, young specialists and researchers discussed the potential of using space technologies to address pressing issues such as climate change, water scarcity, and agricultural monitoring. The forum became an important platform for engaging young people in space and developing innovative thinking.

As part of the Space Technology Conference 2026, world-renowned astronauts Michael López-Alegría and Alper Gezeravcı also visited Tashkent. Their participation elevated the event's profile and provided an opportunity to gain first-hand insight into practical experience and scientific achievements in the space industry.

Michael López-Alegría is one of NASA's most experienced astronauts: during his career, he has participated in six space missions, logged over 296 days in space, and performed 10 spacewalks, setting an all-time NASA record.
Alper Gezeravcı is known as Turkey's first astronaut. His flight was not only a personal achievement but also an important symbolic event for the entire country, giving impetus to the development of the national space program.

Space Technology Conference 2026 was more than just a conference; it was a significant event defining the future of Central Asia's space industry. Tashkent demonstrated that it is becoming a hub for space technology and innovation. The results of the event indicate that the region has the potential to become a more active participant in the global space industry in the coming years.

Press Service of the Uzbekcosmos Agency