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Central Asia Seeks Solutions to Water Scarcity Amid Climate Risks
Central Asian countries must accelerate the transition from discussing climate goals to implementing them in practice, as water scarcity intensifies and the impacts of climate change deepen, participants at a regional conference said on Friday. A key event on the final day of the Regional Ecological
Tajikistan and UN to Host Water Crisis Conference in Dushanbe
Tajikistan and the United Nations will co-host the 4th High-Level International Conference on the International Decade for Action “ Water for Sustainable Development ” 2018-2028 next week, as Central Asia and other regions face increasing water scarcity because of climate change, higher consumption,
Water in Central Asia: Between Reality and Alarmism
The Regional Ecological Summit 2026 will take place in Astana on April 22-24. The event is intended to elevate Central Asia’s water and environmental agenda to the level of systemic solutions. Alongside preparations for the summit, however, an increasingly alarmist narrative is gaining traction amon
Tajikistan Announces Water Infrastructure Drive, Urges Central Asia Cooperation
Tajikistan plans to provide at least 90% of its population with access to a centralized water supply by 2040, in a long-term infrastructure project that would reduce disparities in water services for urban and rural residents. President Emomali Rahmon spoke about Tajikistan’s water goals as well as
New Study Finds Sharp Decline in Amu Darya Flows
Central Asia’s water woes continue to grow worse. The water flow in the Amu Darya, one of Central Asia’s two great rivers, is slowly but significantly diminishing in Tajikistan, where the river originates. A recently released report shows the Amu Darya’s water flow in the middle and lower reaches in
Opinion: Why the Next Head of UNAMA Should Come from Central Asia
A recent briefing on Afghanistan before the United Nations Security Council again showed that the country’s challenges can no longer be viewed only through humanitarian assistance or debates over recognition of the Taliban government. Afghanistan remains a deeply complex domestic issue, but it is in
Kazakhstan’s Regional Ecological Summit 2026: What It Is and Why It Matters
Kazakhstan’s Regional Ecological Summit 2026 in Astana on April 22-24 is aiming to turn Central Asia’s environmental strain into a regional political agenda. Organized in partnership with the United Nations, the summit is built around the theme, “Shared Vision for a Resilient Future.” Its stated pur
Water supply tariffs in Bishkek to be increased
At its regular session, the Bishkek City Council adopted a resolution «On approval of tariffs for water supply and sanitation services, increased coefficients for them and tariffs for technical maintenance of in-building networks.»
Water supply issue in Shamaldy-Sai to be placed under special control
On June 22, Deputy Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers of Kyrgyzstan Erlis Akunbekov met with deputies of the Shamaldy-Sai City Council in Jalal-Abad region to discuss issues related to providing the city with high-quality drinking water.
Part of Osh remains without water due to contamination of Papan reservoir
Water supply disruptions have been recorded in several districts of Osh since yesterday, the Osh City Hall reported.
Water from Ak-Buura River sent from Osh to Bishkek for World Nomad Games
A ceremonial send-off of Ak-Buura River water took place in Osh as part of the regional Caravan of Unity project dedicated to the 6th World Nomad Games, which will be held in Kyrgyzstan in 2026.
Cold water supply to be suspended in Bishkek's 12th microdistrict
On July 23, from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m., the supply of drinking water will be temporarily suspended in Bishkek’s 12th microdistrict, affecting residential buildings, schools, preschool institutions, healthcare facilities, as well as other social, public service, and industrial facilities. The Bishkek City Hall announced.
Part of Bishkek to have no water on June 4
Drinking water supply will be shut off in one district of Bishkek from 9 a.m. till midnight on June 4. The press service of the City Hall reported.
Opinion: Water Without a Guarantor – Central Asia’s Next Security Test
The Fourth High-Level International Conference on the International Decade for Action, “ Water for Sustainable Development ,“ taking place in Dushanbe on May 25-28, comes at a difficult moment. Central Asia’s water problem is no longer only about environmental management; it is moving into the field
Dushanbe Water Talks Put Tajikistan’s Climate Diplomacy in Focus
Conference-related events began in Dushanbe on Monday, May 25, as Tajikistan hosts the Fourth High-Level International Conference on the International Decade for Action “Water for Sustainable Development,” 2018-2028 . The week gives Tajikistan a fresh stage for a role it has built for years: using w