Welcome to our comparison of internet infrastructure and digital facilities in Tajikistan and Uzbekistan. Let's discuss connectivity in these two Central Asian nations.
First, some background. Tajikistan's population is approximately 9.68 million, with Dushanbe as its capital. Uzbekistan's population is around 33.73 million, and its capital is Tashkent.
Now, let's examine Tajikistan's digital landscape. The average internet speed is around 3.2 Mbps.
Uzbekistan boasts a significantly faster average internet speed of 12.5 Mbps.
Let's compare average mobile and fixed broadband speeds.
Uzbekistan's average mobile internet speed is 15.5 Mbps, compared to Tajikistan's 1.8 Mbps. Fixed broadband speeds are also considerably faster in Uzbekistan, at 12.5 Mbps versus Tajikistan's 3.2 Mbps.
Clearly, Uzbekistan is making more progress in internet infrastructure. What does this mean for their digital economies?
Our digital economy development rating gives Tajikistan a 2 out of 5, indicating limited infrastructure. Uzbekistan receives a 4 out of 5, showing an emerging digital economy.
In summary, while both countries need improvement, Uzbekistan is progressing toward better connectivity and a stronger digital economy. This means Tajikistan may present internet access challenges for travelers, while Uzbekistan's cities offer more reliable digital experiences.
Precisely.
As Steve Jobs said, "The future is not some place we go, but something we create." Investing in digital infrastructure creates a better future.
Indeed. Thank you for joining us.