Kazakhstan To Host Regional Climate Conference In 2026, Tokayev Says
Date
12/3/2024 3:10:22 PM
(MENAFN- Trend News Agency)
BAKU, Azerbaijan, December 3. Kazakhstan will
host a regional climate conference in 2026, in partnership with the
United Nations, said President of Kazakhstan Kassym-Jomart Tokayev
as he addressed the One Water Summit in Riyadh, Trend reports.
"Kazakhstan will host a regional climate conference in 2026 in
partnership with the United Nations. We encourage all nations to
support and contribute to this important initiative," Tokayev
stated.
The president highlighted his country's strong commitment to
global water security and climate action. As Chair of the
International Fund for Saving the Aral Sea, he emphasized the
importance of regional cooperation and collaborative frameworks in
addressing the global water crisis, particularly for those on the
front lines of climate change.
Tokayev stressed Kazakhstan's dedication to fostering dialogue
and international partnerships to address water scarcity, stating,
"It is critical to foster dialogue, advance international
partnerships, and pool resources to implement water-related
projects for those who are on the front lines of climate
change".
Kazakhstan's support for the One Water Vision Coalition, which
aims to unite diverse stakeholders in managing water resources
effectively, was also emphasized. Tokayev said, "For exactly this
purpose, Kazakhstan is proud to join today the One Water Vision
Coalition. This coalition aims to bring together diverse
stakeholders to address the global water crisis and promote
integrated water resource management".
Tokayev also reinforced the significance of water in achieving
the United Nations' 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development,
saying, "The 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development places water
at the heart of global priorities. Water security is not just a
technical or environmental issue, it is a moral imperative".
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