The hospitality industry in Europe and Asia is becoming more regional due to digitalisation and shared training. At the HORECA EXPO UZBEKISTAN 2025 in Tashkent, professionals from Kazakhstan and Uzbekistan discussed cooperation and technology's impact on the service sector. The Association of Restaurants of Kazakhstan aims to unite restaurateurs for shared experiences and has been collaborating with Uzbek chefs. Digitalisation is key, with automation enhancing restaurant operations. Uzbekistan's government supports local entrepreneurs in expanding abroad, promoting Uzbek cuisine internationally. Both countries emphasize cooperation over competition to strengthen the hospitality industry in Central Asia. Teljes cikk (Euronews.com)