The 77th International Astronautical Congress (IAC) will be held in Belek from October 5–9.

Bringing together astronauts, representatives of international companies, and more than 10,000 participants from various countries, IAC 2026 will serve as an important platform for showcasing scientific developments, products, and advanced technologies in the space sector.

The congress program includes sessions dedicated to exchanging experience and discussing the future of the space industry, international exhibitions, high-level official meetings, company presentations, academic and technical sessions, as well as showcases of the sector's most advanced achievements.

Ahead of the congress, the 16th Meeting of Ministers and Parliamentarians of the International Astronautical Federation was held.

Minister of Digital Technologies Sherzod Shermatov took part in the meeting.

The event addressed developing the space sector, international cooperation, countries' space policies, and expanding new opportunities in the field.

The meeting also held significant importance for advancing Uzbekistan's cooperation with the international space community and promoting the country's preparations for IAC Samarkand–2028 on the international stage.