National Committee on Ecology and Climate Change of the Republic of Uzbekistan

The event brought together representatives of the Ministry of Ecology and the Forestry Agency, professors from the Xinjiang Institute of Ecology and Geography of the People’s Republic of China, experts in ecology and forestry from the Ningxia Hui Autonomous Region, as well as scientists from national research institutes, the "Yashil Loyikha" design institute, the International Innovation Center for the Aral Sea Region, representatives of the Arnasay district administration, regional state forestry enterprises and media representatives.

Opening the seminar, Director of the Forestry Agency Erkin Mukhiddinov spoke about the ongoing nationwide efforts initiated by the President to prevent climate change and to create and restore new forested areas. He emphasized that the newly established garden would contribute to expanding green spaces and strengthening ecosystems.

“The new halophyte garden will help increase greenery across the country and enhance ecosystem resilience. This work will continue on a regular and systematic basis,” he noted.

Participants of the seminar were introduced to projects aimed at creating halophyte gardens — plantations resistant to drought and soil salinity.

The discussions also addressed the scientific principles of cultivating halophytic plants, agronomic practices, the introduction of water-saving irrigation technologies and the establishment of sustainable agroecosystems under climate change conditions.

During the seminar, Chinese experts conducted practical demonstrations and shared recommendations on planting and caring for halophytic plants, reducing soil salinity and strengthening ecological resilience. At the conclusion of the event, guests planted ornamental seedlings in the new garden as a symbol of friendship.

For reference: Specialists from the Research Institute of Forestry have compiled a list of 122 halophyte species adapted to local soil and climatic conditions. In June 2025, in cooperation with the Xinjiang Institute of Ecology and Geography of China, seeds of 35 halophyte species weighing a total of 1.3 tons were delivered.