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Center for Sustainable Development

Center for Sustainable Development

Sustainable Development Center of Institute for Advanced International Studies under University of World Economy and Diplomacy Ministry of Foreign Affairs of The Republic of Uzbekistan

 

Goals

 

Promote the effective implementation of the National sustainable development goals and objectives through research, analysis, knowledge generation and exchange and capacity building.

 

Objectives:

 

  • Conduction of fundamental and applied research on sustainable development in local, national, regional and international context;
  • Serve as platform for discussion and generation of recommendations with representatives of international, public, public and private organizations to achieve Sustainable Development Goals;
  • Development of analytical documents and recommendations on the issues of sustainable development to be used by the country's authorities;
  • Preparation and introduction into the curricula of new courses and programs in the field of sustainable development, aimed at improving the efficiency of professional, research and analytical training.
      • Establishment of long-term cooperation and implementation of joint projects with international organizations and research institutes engaged in continuous monitoring and analysis of sustainable development trends;

 

Activities:

 

  • Data collection, research and expert advisory;
  • Educational and outreach activities, including the development of teaching materials, documents, textbooks and manuals, conducting trainings to raise awareness on sustainable development issues for educational, public, government organizations and business structures;
  • Organization of events, internships and study tours.
  • Science school on SDG (including publication data base)

 

 

Preliminary list of activities for 2022-2023

  1. Presentation/launch of the HDR 2022
  2. Policy brief of labor migration
  3. Policy brief on UN Volunteers
  4. Development of module on SDGs for different audience incl local authorities;
  5. Participation in preparation of the countries voluntary report on SDGs
  6. Trainings on localization of SDGs

Head of Center

Director

Shakhboz Akhmedov

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Shakhboz Akhmedov serves as the Director of the Centre for Sustainable Development at the Institute for Advanced International Studies. In this role, he oversees the center's growth and directs analytical initiatives on sustainability, economic and green growth, climate change, water management, and other pertinent facets of sustainable development in Central Asia and beyond. With nearly 15 years of experience, he has spearheaded initiatives within multiple regional intergovernmental structures, leading projects on climate and water issues and teams on resource mobilization, projects, and knowledge management. As a seasoned strategist, communicator, and researcher, he advocates for multi-stakeholder partnerships to foster climate actions and sustainable future, integrating research, technology, and innovation. 

He holds a postgraduate diploma in Organizational Leadership from the Said Business School, University of Oxford, UK, along with an MA degree in Public Policy from the Willy Brandt School of Public Policy, Germany, where he was a DAAD scholar. He earned his BA degree in International Relations from the University of World Economy and Diplomacy, Uzbekistan.

Experts

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Dr. Iskandar Abdullaev

Senior Associate Research Fellow

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Kamola Safaeva

Researcher

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Outputs

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Policy Briefs

04.08.2024

AI Unveiled: Exploring Its Social Impacts

This article explores the social impact of Artificial Intelligence (AI) and provides insights on managing its implications effectively. While AI holds potential for societal transformation, it also raises significant ethical, economic, and social concerns. This paper examines key considerations such as ethics, job displacement, privacy and data protection, algorithmic bias, social inequality, accountability and regulatory frameworks, transparency and comprehensibility, and human-centric design. By addressing these factors, policymakers, industry leaders, and stakeholders can steer the development and deployment of AI towards alignment with human values, contributing to a more inclusive and sustainable future.


This paper was prepared by Mushtariy Usmonova under the supervision of Shakhboz Akhmedov. 


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Policy Briefs

04.02.2024

Navigating Uzbekistan's WTO Accession: What is at Stake?

Uzbekistan has been actively pursuing accession to the World Trade Organization (WTO) since 2016. This policy brief examines the potential benefits and risks associated with Uzbekistan's WTO accession, considering its impact on the country's economy, trade, and domestic policies. It further explores the challenges Uzbekistan faces in its accession process and the potential implications for its regional and international trade relations.

 

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Policy Briefs

03.27.2024

Qush-Tepa Canal Construction - What is at Stake for Central Asia?

Central Asia, historically characterized as a water "hot spot" due to its geographical positioning, arid climate, and dynamic population shifts, has long grappled with water-related complexities, particularly in the aftermath of its post-Soviet transformations. The dissolution of the unified economic system in 1991 prompted newly independent states to establish individual national water management frameworks, significantly altering joint planning, allocation, and management of water resources. In response, the five newly formed Central Asian countries established the Interstate Coordination Water Commission (ICWC) in 1992 to oversee regional water management, initially adhering to Soviet-era water allocation principles. However, dissatisfaction with these arrangements led to a hydro-political deadlock driven by divergent economic pressures and development strategies among Central Asian countries.

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