The U.S.-based satellite internet provider Starlink is expected to begin operations in Uzbekistan in 2026, according to information published on the company’s official service availability website.
Developed and operated by SpaceX, the aerospace company founded by Elon Musk, Starlink is designed to deliver high-speed internet access to underserved and remote areas around the world. Typical download speeds range between 50 and 250 megabits per second, making it an attractive option for regions with limited digital infrastructure.
In neighboring Kazakhstan, Starlink officially launched earlier this month following a pilot phase during which the system primarily served rural schools. With the commercial rollout now complete, the service is available to all users across Kazakhstan, signaling Central Asia’s increasing integration into global next-generation connectivity networks.
Meanwhile, Uzbekistan’s national space agency, Uzbekcosmos, has submitted a proposal to host the International Astronautical Congress in Samarkand in 2028. As part of the evaluation process, Christian Feichtinger, Executive Director of the International Astronautical Federation, recently visited Samarkand and Tashkent to assess infrastructure, security, and organizational capabilities.
If successful, Uzbekistan’s bid could bring global space industry leaders and potentially Elon Musk himself, to the historic Silk Road city.
