Mirziyoyev speaks about a new danger which is expected to happen in Uzbekistan

Mirziyoyev discusses the looming threat expected in Uzbekistan. In Uzbekistan, the per capita water supply is projected to decrease by 25%, and agricultural crop productivity by 40%. President of the Republic of Uzbekistan, Shavkat Mirziyoyev, addressed this imminent danger for the first time during his speech at the 78th session of the UN General Assembly held on September 19.

The head of state emphasized that the world is currently facing a critical environmental situation, with three global crises - climate change, loss of biodiversity, and environmental pollution - intensifying. He lamented that Central Asia, which continues to grapple with the tragedy of the Aral Sea, is becoming one of the most vulnerable regions in the face of climate change.

"Uzbekistan is working to the best of its ability to mitigate the consequences of the Aral tragedy, which is a global issue. In recent years, we have established 1.7 million hectares of green areas with drought-resistant plants on the arid bottom of the Aral Sea. The support of the international community is crucial for continuing our efforts," said Mirziyoyev.

According to Mirziyoyev, the average air temperature in the region is projected to increase by one and a half degrees over the next 30 years. This is twice the global average for warming. Consequently, almost a third of the total glacier area has already disappeared. If this trend continues, the flow of two major rivers in our region - the Amudarya and the Syrdarya - may decrease by 15% in the next two decades. Per capita water availability is expected to decrease by 25%, and agricultural crop yields by 40%. Failure to implement effective measures in a timely manner could severely jeopardize socio-economic stability in our region," warned Shavkat Mirziyoyev.

The President of Uzbekistan expressed his support for the establishment of the position of the Special Representative of the United Nations Secretary-General on Water Resources. He also proposed the introduction of the "Central Asia Climate Dialogue" aimed at mitigating threats related to climate change.

"We have put forth the initiative for the United Nations General Assembly to adopt the resolution "Central Asia in the Face of Global Climate Threats: Solidarity for Common Prosperity." We propose discussing its main content at the international climate forum scheduled to be held in Samarkand next year. I want to emphasize that adapting the key sectors of Uzbekistan's economy to climate change, achieving carbon neutrality, and significantly increasing the share of 'green' energy will remain strategic priorities for us," affirmed President Mirziyoyev.