The meeting concluded with the adoption of the Bishkek Declaration, which outlines a commitment to developing transport links, trade, energy, and water resource management across the region.

New regional projects approved

According to the UN News Service, one of the primary outcomes of the event was the approval of three new initiatives funded by the UN-SPREC Multilateral Trust Fund. These projects were approved following contributions from Azerbaijan, Kyrgyzstan, and Uzbekistan.

Key outcomes

3new projects approved
3contributing countries

The initiatives include a pilot project focused on dam safety. Additionally, the UN Economic Commission for Europe (UNECE) will play a significant role in implementing these measures. The commission's international agreements and standards are expected to help attract infrastructure investment, ensure project transparency, and simplify cross-border transport.

The organization is ready to assist Kyrgyzstan and other Central Asian countries in developing high-quality investment projects,
Tatiana Molchan, Deputy Secretary-General of the UN and Executive Secretary of the UNECE

Tatiana Molchan, the Executive Secretary of the UNECE, also highlighted several promising sectors for future development, including agri-food systems, innovation, waste management, and value chain tracking.

Context

The UN Economic Commission for Europe (UNECE), established in 1947 and headquartered in Geneva, will support the regional action plans approved during the session.