In recent years, Uzbekistan has carried out large-scale work to protect nature, improve air quality, expand green areas, and adapt to climate change.
However, due to the fragmentation of the existing system and the division of responsibilities and powers among different agencies, the effectiveness of work has not always reached the expected level.
During the meeting, the following proposals were put forward:
— to centralize the implementation and financing of environmental projects;
— to strengthen environmental control;
— to expand the powers of responsible agencies;
— to take prompt measures to prevent illegal tree cutting and air pollution;
— to increase public participation in environmental oversight;
— to improve environmental regulation in industry;
— to ensure the preservation of green areas.
The proposals will be further refined to bring the management system to a new level of quality and efficiency, as well as to strengthen control and accountability.
Environmental reforms: the directions outlined at the meeting chaired by the President are moving into the practical stage.
Within the framework of the Uzbekistan–2030 strategy, the country is focusing on achieving environmental and social sustainability.
Uzbekistan is already implementing large-scale green projects, having attracted over $1 billion in investments to transition toward a “green” economy, including the issuance of sustainable bonds.
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