On the sidelines of the 31st Conference of the Parties to the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (COP31), held in Antalya, Republic of Türkiye, a bilateral meeting took place between Mr. Kurbonzoda Abdullo Khabibullo, Director of the Agency for Hydrometeorology under the Committee for Environmental Protection under the Government of the Republic of Tajikistan, and Mr. Batyr Mamedov, Executive Director of the Regional Environmental Centre for Central Asia (CAREC).
During the meeting, the parties discussed prospects for expanding cooperation in the field of hydrometeorology, information and experience exchange, as well as the implementation of joint initiatives aimed at strengthening regional cooperation in the context of climate change.
An important outcome of the meeting was the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding between the Agency for Hydrometeorology under the Committee for Environmental Protection under the Government of the Republic of Tajikistan and the Regional Environmental Centre for Central Asia.
The signing of this document is aimed at strengthening bilateral cooperation, developing institutional collaboration, and creating additional opportunities for joint activities in the fields of hydrometeorology and climate resilience.
The parties expressed their interest in further developing mutually beneficial cooperation, exchanging knowledge and experience, attracting investments, and implementing sectoral projects aimed at strengthening the capacity of the hydrometeorological sector. Furthermore, they emphasized the importance of implementing joint activities that contribute to capacity-building and improving the effectiveness of hydrometeorological services in the region.
The signing of the Memorandum marks an important step towards expanding the Agency's international and regional cooperation, as well as strengthening engagement with relevant organizations across Central Asia.
12.11.2026