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In Tashkent, the Minister of Agriculture of Uzbekistan, Ibrokhim Abdurakhmonov, met with Ashihari Motoyuki, Deputy Director of the Center for Biological Sciences and Biotechnology at Nagoya University ( Japan). During the talks, both sides reviewed the current state of cooperation in the agricultural sector and outlined new prospects for joint projects. Ashihari Motoyuki emphasized that the unique taste and high quality of Uzbek agricultural products significantly increase their competitiveness in the global market. He also stressed the strategic importance of cooperation with Uzbekistan in light of the growing challenges of climate change. The Minister highlighted Uzbekistan’s focus on agro-biotechnology and

As part of President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev’s directives on comprehensive research into the Caspian Sea’s challenges, the Government Reserve has allocated 305 million tenge to the Kazakh Research Institute of the Caspian Sea (KazNII). The resolution was signed by Prime Minister Olzhas Bektenov. The institute was established to address environmental issues of the Caspian Sea. Its scope includes assessing fish stock reserves, developing conservation methods, studying ichthyofauna, identifying the causes of mass seal mortality, and preserving seal populations. It also conducts research on hydrological processes, monitors sea levels, analyzes climate change impacts, and collects data on water quality and biodiversity in

From 4 to 10 August 2025, a delegation from Uzbekistan, invited by Jiangsu World Agriculture Machinery Co., Ltd, carried out a working visit to Shandong, Shenzhen, and Nanjing. During the trip, the delegation visited Shandong Swan Cotton Industrial Machinery Stock Co., Ltd, where they examined modern laboratory operations and studied procedures for determining Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMS) indicators in line with UN Regulation No. 10. At Drick Instruments, discussions were held on selecting optimal equipment based on technical specifications and cost comparison. The Uzbek team also visited Weichai Lovol Overseas Sales, with an annual production capacity of over 100,000 tractors, as

Uzbekistan is implementing the “Sustainable Forest and Rangelands Management in the Dryland Ecosystems” project ( GCP/UZB/020/GFF), funded by the Global Environment Facility (GEF) and coordinated by the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO). With a budget of USD 3.7 million, the project covers Bukhara and Navoi regions and runs from 24 March 2022 to 31 December 2026. Key objectives include: promoting Sustainable Land Management (SLM) and Sustainable Forest Management (SFM) to achieve Land Degradation Neutrality (LDN); improving rural livelihood resilience; showcasing climate-smart agriculture through Farmer Field Schools (FFS); supporting knowledge exchange and local capacity building. Main activities

From August 17 to 28, 2026, Ulaanbaatar will host the Seventeenth Session of the Conference of the Parties (COP17) to the United Nations Convention to Combat Desertification (UNCCD). The main venue for the event has been designated as the city’s National Park. The total area of the park is 920 hectares, with 29.9 hectares allocated for the event, including 5.6 hectares designated for construction. Plans include building a parking area for 930 vehicles and 20 temporary structures. Road construction will begin this year, while engineering, telecommunications, and water supply networks are being installed on schedule. The decision to select the

From September 3–6, 2025, Vladivostok will host the 10th Anniversary Eastern Economic Forum (EEF), organized by the Roscongress Foundation. The main theme of this year’s forum is “The Far East – Cooperation for Peace and Prosperity”, with a strong focus on ecology and climate policy. Russian President Vladimir Putin has signed a decree mandating a reduction in greenhouse gas emissions to 65–67% of 1990 levels by 2035, taking into account the maximum absorption capacity of forests and other natural ecosystems, while ensuring sustainable socio-economic development. Anton Kobyakov, Executive Secretary of the EEF Organizing Committee and Advisor to the President of

The National Tourist Zone “Avaza” in Turkmenistan has opened the international scientific and practical conference “Caspian Sea – Sea of Friendship and Peace”, dedicated to the Caspian Sea Day, reports Turkmenportal correspondent. The event brings together representatives of diplomatic missions from Caspian littoral states — Azerbaijan, Iran, Kazakhstan, and Russia — as well as delegates from international organizations, including the United Nations (UN), the UN Environment Programme (UNEP), the UN Development Programme (UNDP), the European Union, and the OSCE. Discussions will focus on the implementation of the Framework Convention for the Protection of the Marine Environment of the Caspian Sea

On August 11–12, 2025, in Astana, the Ministry of Ecology and Natural Resources of the Republic of Kazakhstan, with support from international partners — GIZ, UNDP, FAO, UNITAR, UNICEF, and the NDC Partnership — held a two-day event entitled “NDC 3.0 of the Republic of Kazakhstan: Dialogue on Shaping Climate Commitments.” The dialogue showcased interim results of developing the third updated NDC, which will define Kazakhstan’s climate goals in line with the Paris Agreement. The event served as a cross-sectoral platform, bringing together representatives from government agencies, the private sector, scientific and expert communities, financial institutions, international organizations, and civil

As part of the Third United Nations Conference on Landlocked Developing Countries, Uzbekistan’s Minister of Agriculture Ibrokhim Abdurakhmanov held a meeting with UN Under-Secretary-General Rabab Fatima. The discussion focused on the initiative to establish an Agro-Innovation Hub under the Ministry of Agriculture for Central Asia and the Caucasus, as well as on its potential support from FAO. The parties agreed to accelerate work on the project’s implementation. The goal of the project is to foster sustainable dialogue, facilitate the exchange of advanced technologies, and promote joint scientific cooperation in the context of limited access to the sea. It was noted

On 5 August 2025, the National Tourist Zone “Avaza” (Turkmenistan) hosted a meeting of representatives from the Caspian littoral states, organized by the Turkmen side. The event brought together senior officials from Azerbaijan, Iran, Kazakhstan, Russia, and Turkmenistan. The discussions focused on cooperation in the Caspian region, including environmental safety, biodiversity preservation, and the sustainable use of the sea’s natural resources. Particular attention was given to addressing the issue of the Caspian Sea’s shallowing. Rashid Meredov, Deputy Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers and Minister of Foreign Affairs of Turkmenistan, highlighted the importance of coordinated efforts in line with the