The President of Uzbekistan discussed expanding environmental cooperation with UNEP

Economy

On the sidelines of the Regional Environmental Summit in Astana, President of the Republic of Uzbekistan Shavkat Mirziyoyev held a meeting with Inger Andersen, Executive Director of the UN Environment Programme.

The President of Uzbekistan discussed expanding environmental cooperation with UNEP
Key areas of cooperation in environmental protection, sustainable development, and addressing climate challenges were discussed.

The parties noted the progressive advancement of cooperation, including the preparation of national environmental reports, the improvement of the environmental monitoring system, and the strengthening of institutional capacity.

The Executive Director praised the national projects being implemented in Uzbekistan – "Yashil Makon," "BioHeritage," "Clean Air," "Waste-Free Territory," and "Eco-Culture." She emphasized their importance for ensuring environmental sustainability and improving the quality of life of the population.

Inger Andersen also expressed readiness to expand practical partnerships to implement the initiatives of the President of Uzbekistan announced during the current summit.

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