Tashkent, Uzbekistan – 19 August 2024. On August 16 this year, expanding and strengthening cooperation potential in the field of water diplomacy, climate change and other related fields, Dr Akram Umarov, First Vice Rector for Academic Affairs at the University of World Economy and Diplomacy (UWED), and Mr Shakhboz Akhmedov, Deputy Director of the Institute for Advanced International Studies (IAIS), held a meeting with Ms Lisa Marina Gampp, the Regional Water and Climate Change Advisor at the Embassy of Switzerland in Uzbekistan

The meeting focused on exploring opportunities for bilateral cooperation in advancing water diplomacy and developing educational initiatives related to water management. The parties emphasized the importance of joint research and capacity-building programs to address water-related challenges in the region. Discussions also included potential collaborative projects on sustainable water management and the integration of climate resilience strategies. The discussions underscored the importance of fostering partnerships between academic institutions, governments, and international organizations to effectively tackle these pressing issues.

The dialogue highlighted the critical role of partnerships between academic institutions, governments, and international organizations in addressing these pressing issues. The meeting concluded with a commitment to continued dialogue and the development of an approach aiming to foster a more integrated and sustainable approach to regional water and climate diplomacy in Central Asia. Both sides expressed optimism about the future of their collaboration and highlighted the need for consistent engagement to reach their shared objectives.