Almaty has been designated as the UN Regional Center for Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) for Central Asia and Afghanistan.

Almaty has been designated as the UN Regional Center for Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) for Central Asia and Afghanistan.

On March 4, 2025, the UN General Assembly unanimously adopted a resolution to establish this center in Almaty, with the support of 152 UN member states.

The President of Kazakhstan Kassym-Jomart Tokayev expressed his gratitude to all partners for endorsing this Kazakhstan's initiative.

The UN Regional Center for SDGs in Almaty will serve as a key platform for coordinating international efforts in the region, fostering sustainable development across Central Asia and Afghanistan.