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Uzbekistan president proposes initiatives to address climate and environmental challenges in Central Asia

On April 22, President of Uzbekistan Shavkat Mirziyoyev took part in the opening ceremony of the Regional Ecological Summit in Astana. The event was also attended by President of Kazakhstan Kassym-Jomart Tokayev, President of the Kyrgyz Republic Sadyr Japarov, President of Tajikistan Emomali Rahmon, President of Turkmenistan Serdar Berdimuhamedov, President of Mongolia Khurelsukh Ukhnaa, President

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Central Asian countries sign Regional Declaration on biodiversity conservation

At the Regional Environmental Summit (RES) in Astana on April 22, the Ministry of Ecology and Natural Resources of Kazakhstan, in partnership with the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) in Kazakhstan and the NBSAP Accelerator Partnership, convened a high-level plenary session titled “Central Asia Initiative – Harmony with Nature for Sustainable Development of the Region,”

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International Affairs KZ

Regional Ecological Summit opens in Astana

The Regional Ecological Summit 2026 (RES), under the theme “A Shared Vision for a Sustainable Future,” has commenced in the capital of Kazakhstan. The event is aimed at developing a comprehensive policy framework and practical instruments for the protection, restoration and shared use of ecosystems, water and land resources, as well as for the conservation

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Business & Economy UZB

Tashkent to improve environmental situation by relocating greenhouses to Surkhandarya region

Uzbekistan’s Cabinet of Ministers has adopted a resolution on the relocation of greenhouse farms from Tashkent and the Tashkent region to the Surkhandarya region (the Surkhon-Agro special economic zone). The measure is aimed at improving air quality in the capital city, Tashkent Today reported. The government also introduces strict restrictions on greenhouses in the Tashkent

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Business & Economy KG

Fines for killing wild animals raised in Kyrgyzstan

The Ministry of Natural Resources, Ecology, and Technical Supervision has announced that a new resolution of the Cabinet of Ministers has significantly increased fines for harming wildlife in Kyrgyzstan. The measure is aimed at preserving biodiversity and strengthening the fight against poaching. According to the new regulations, the fine for illegally hunting ibex has tripled

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Business & Economy UZB

‘A city not for people’: an urban diagnosis for Tashkent

Bekhzod Khashimov, an economist and researcher at the University of Wisconsin, analyzed the current state of Tashkent’s urban environment. He’s come to the conclusion that despite high-quality private services in the Uzbek capital, public services remain in a critical state, Tashkent Today reported. The expert points to the following infrastructure issues: • Inaccessible environment: sidewalks

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Uzbekistan to implement emergency protocol for air pollution

The President of Uzbekistan has signed a decree on developing a rapid response system for a sharp deterioration in air quality. By the end of 2026, the country will legislate an action plan that includes both protective measures for the population and restrictions for businesses, Tashkent Today reported. The planned measures include: • Alerts: prompt

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International Affairs UZB

Samarkand to host Central Asia’s largest green technology exhibition

From May 31 to June 5, 2026, the international exhibition of environmental technologies, Eco Expo Central Asia 2026, will take place in Samarkand. The event will be held in parallel with the 8th Assembly of the Global Environment Facility (GEF), giving it particular significance and ensuring a high level of international participation, Uzbekistan’s National Committee

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Business & Economy UZB

National Dendrological Park project launched in Uzbekistan

On April 1, President Shavkat Mirziyoyev took part in a tree-planting event as part of the nationwide “Yashil Makon” initiative and launched the National Dendrological Park project. The National Dendrological Park is being established in Tashkent on an area of 108 hectares. This year, an in vitro laboratory, as well as centers for medicinal plants,

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Three new national natural parks established in Uzbekistan

In accordance with a Presidential Resolution of March 25, 2026, three new national natural parks have been established in Uzbekistan and the territory of one existing park has been significantly expanded, according to the National Committee on Ecology and Climate Change. The Ovjazsoy – Moviy Toglar and Pskem national natural parks have been established in

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Requirements established for national natural heritage sites in Uzbekistan

The Cabinet of Ministers of Uzbekistan has approved the Regulations on National Natural Heritage Sites of Uzbekistan. The document defines the status and categories of national natural heritage sites, sets out the procedure for compiling their official list and establishes rules for carrying out construction activities within these areas, according to the National Committee on

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International Affairs UZB

Uzbekistan showcases decarbonization solutions in public buildings and transport

The United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) and the Ministry of Economy and Finance of Uzbekistan on 27 March hosted the Closure Workshop of the joint project “Promoting Innovative Decarbonization Solutions through the Joint Crediting Mechanism and Demonstration of Decarbonization Potential of Public Buildings and Public Transport in Uzbekistan.” The initiative, financed by the Government of

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Uzbekistan residents to receive emergency alerts through mosque loudspeakers

The United Nations Development Programme (UNDP), in partnership with the Ministry of Emergency Situations, has introduced an innovative technical solution aimed at expanding population coverage by Multi-Hazard Early Warning System for emergency situations, UNDP Uzbekistan has announced. As part of a pilot initiative, special alert broadcast devices have been installed in mosques located near populated

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‘Clean Air’ project to reduce air pollution in Uzbekistan

On March 23, President Shavkat Mirziyoyev reviewed a presentation on priority nationwide projects in the field of ecology and environmental protection for 2026–2030. The presentation outlined a range of initiatives aimed at improving air quality, expanding green spaces across cities and regions, enhancing environmental education and culture, and strengthening the scientific and practical foundations for

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UNDP supports Tajikistan in responding to growing challenges caused by glacier melt

For Tajikistan, the accelerating loss of glaciers is a deeply existential issue. The country is home to more than 60 percent of Central Asia’s glaciers, which cover around 6 percent of its territory and serve as a critical freshwater source for the region. These glaciers sustain agriculture, hydropower, ecosystems, and the livelihoods of millions of

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International Affairs KG

Uranium legacy in Kyrgyzstan: New initiatives at local level

In settlements located near former uranium mines, the third phase of a project aimed at minimizing environmental risks, improving emergency preparedness, and strengthening the socio-economic potential of pilot communities has begun. The activities are carried out within the framework of the project “Stakeholder Engagement for Uranium Legacy Remediation in Central Asia. Phase III,” implemented by

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Uzbekistan tests innovative, energy-efficient greenhouses to help reduce air pollution

Energy-efficient heat pumps developed by the Technopark industrial complex in Tashkent are undergoing practical testing for use in greenhouses for growing vegetables without traditional fuels, according to the Uzbek Ministry of Agriculture. To test the new technology, two innovative greenhouses were built at Technopark in January to grow tomato and cucumber seedlings. The experiment is

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Tashkent has a shortage of green spaces

As of March 2026, Uzbekistan’s capital Tashkent has approximately 2 square meters of green space per each resident, well below the normal of 17–19 square meters. The capital’s green and recreational spaces span 893 hectares. To address this issue, authorities plan to create nine new public spaces with a total area of ​​140 hectares, Tashkent

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International Affairs UZB

Uzbekistan and Japan expand environmental cooperation

An Uzbek–Japanese Environmental Business Forum titled “Promoting Sustainable Development through Bilateral Cooperation in Uzbekistan” was held in Tashkent on March 11. The event aimed to strengthen cooperation between Uzbekistan and Japan in the fields of environmental protection, sustainable infrastructure and green technologies, according to the Uzbek National Committee on Ecology and Climate Change. During the

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Uzbekistan and Kazakhstan discuss environmental cooperation

Aziz Abdukhakimov, Adviser to the President of Uzbekistan on Environmental Issues and Chairman of the National Committee on Ecology and Climate Change, held a videoconference with Yerlan Nysanbayev, Minister of Ecology and Natural Resources of Kazakhstan, as well as an in-person meeting with Beibut Atamkulov, Kazakh Ambassador to Uzbekistan, to discuss Uzbek-Kazakh cooperation in the

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