In today’s era of rapid globalization and digital technology advancement, who are the youth – a source of hope and trust, or a target for new threats? This very question was addressed at a prestigious international scientific and practical conference held in Tashkent on June 5, 2026.
Organized at the initiative of the Institute for Studying the Problems of Youth and Training Prospective Personnel under the Youth Affairs Agency, the event brought together not only local scholars but also international experts from countries such as the UK (Tony Blair Institute), Latvia, and Japan (JICA). A unique feature of the conference was its deep analysis of not only the political and economic activity of young people, but also their psychological well-being in the digital environment and labor market challenges in the age of artificial intelligence.
3 Key Messages Put Forward at the Conference:
- Digital World and Psychological Stability: Digital transformation allows young people to access the global market through remote work and freelancing; however, media literacy and mental health protection must become top priorities.
- Artificial Intelligence and Human Capital: Today’s youth must not remain mere consumers; they need to acquire core competencies in managing artificial intelligence and digital data.
- International Cooperation and Educational Transformation: Based on the experience of developed nations like Japan and Singapore, it is essential to further enhance the next-generation education system and youth strategy in Uzbekistan.
The lively debates and Q&A sessions at the end of the event demonstrated that such scientific platforms serve as a vital foundation for providing practical and academic backing to state youth policy. The recommendations developed by the experts are expected to be integrated into the country’s future youth strategy.
