Uzbekistan is set to become a full member of the International Electrotechnical Commission (IEC) starting January 1, 2027, granting the country the right to participate in the development and refinement of international standards. The announcement was made during a meeting between Minister of Digital Technologies Sherzod Shermatov and IEC Secretary-General Philippe Metzger.

The talks focused on expanding cooperation in international standardization, including the training of national specialists, the involvement of Uzbek experts in IEC technical committees, and the adoption of international standards within the country.

Full membership will allow Uzbekistan not only to apply existing standards but also to contribute to their creation. This status will make Uzbekistan the only nation in Central Asia to hold such a position.

Uzbekistan's cooperation with the IEC began in 2015 when it joined the Affiliate Country Programme. In 2023, the country became an associate member, achieving full membership in less than 12 years—a rapid progression from partnership to full participation.

The IEC has developed over 11,000 international standards to date, with nearly 2,000 already adopted in Uzbekistan. Future collaboration is expected to focus on IT, artificial intelligence, cybersecurity, electrical engineering, energy efficiency, and renewable energy.

Both sides agreed to enhance the training of national experts and broaden their involvement in international technical committees. Participants emphasized that implementing these standards will boost the competitiveness of Uzbek products and facilitate access to global markets.

It is worth recalling that the Uzbek Institute for Standardization has been accepted as a member of the IEC Conformity Assessment Schemes, ensuring recognition of Uzbek manufacturers' certificates in 53 countries worldwide.

Source: podrobno.uz