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

During the meeting, the parties discussed prospects for further strengthening strategic cooperation in climate resilience, the modernisation of hydrometeorological infrastructure, the improvement of early warning systems and ambient air quality monitoring.

Particular attention was given to Uzbekistan’s initiative to establish a WMO Regional Centre for Monitoring and Forecasting Dust and Sandstorms in Central Asia in Tashkent. The importance of bringing together the scientific and technical expertise of countries across the region to improve forecasting accuracy and ensure that the public receives timely information about natural hazards was emphasised.

The parties also discussed opportunities to introduce artificial intelligence technologies in meteorology, including the implementation of a joint pilot project involving Uzbekistan, WMO and the China Meteorological Administration to adapt and assess the MAZU technology for Central Asia.

Another area of cooperation discussed was the proposal to establish an International Observatory for Atmosphere and Air Quality in Tashkent. The observatory is expected to serve as a research platform for studying air pollution, temperature inversions and the transboundary transport of pollutants.

At the end of the meeting, Aziz Abdukhakimov invited the WMO Secretary-General to attend the international exhibition Eco Expo Central Asia 2027, which will take place in Tashkent on 15–17 June 2027.

The parties expressed their interest in further developing the partnership and implementing joint initiatives aimed at strengthening climate resilience in Uzbekistan and across the Central Asian region.