The Presidents of the Central Asian countries adopted a Declaration on cooperation in the field of ecology and Sustainable development

Within the framework of the 2026 Regional Environmental Summit, which takes place from April 22 to 24 in Astana, the heads of state of Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan, Turkmenistan and Uzbekistan adopted the Declaration on Regional Cooperation in the Field of Ecology and Sustainable Development "Ecological Solidarity of Central Asia".

Thus, the heads of State confirmed their intentions to step up efforts to develop joint regional positions and solutions within the framework of multilateral environmental processes, including negotiations on climate, glaciers, mountain agenda, biodiversity, chemicals, waste management and combating plastic pollution, improving atmospheric air quality, countering land degradation and desertification, as well as promoting the consolidated position of the Central Asian countries on key international platforms.

This Declaration makes a significant contribution to the expansion of partnership and mutual support between the Central Asian States in order to ensure environmental sustainability, inclusive economic growth and a sustainable future for present and future generations.

You can read the full text of the Declaration here.