The cooperation program will determine the strategic directions of activity of 25 UN agencies, funds and programs that contribute to the achievement of national goals and development priorities of Uzbekistan. Uzbekistan and the UN signed a Cooperation Framework for 2026–2030 UN
The Government of the Republic of Uzbekistan and the United Nations signed the UN Sustainable Development Cooperation Framework for 2026–2030 on Friday. The ceremony took place at the University of World Economy and Diplomacy in Tashkent.
The new Framework aims to promote human development, reduce inequalities and ensure that everyone enjoys the benefits of progress. Over the next five years, the cooperation program will determine the strategic directions of activities of 25 UN agencies, funds and programs that contribute to the achievement of national goals and development priorities of Uzbekistan.
The cooperation program defines six key areas of interaction: good governance and justice, decent work and social protection, quality healthcare and well-being, inclusive and equitable education, combating climate change and environmental sustainability, as well as integrated development of the Aral Sea region.
The UN Resident Coordinator in Uzbekistan noted that the new Framework puts people at the center of the development process, striving to ensure that everyone – including the most vulnerable – realizes their potential and contributes to the development of their communities. She emphasized that during the implementation of the five-year partnership for 2026–2030, the joint efforts of Uzbekistan and the UN will be aimed at building a more prosperous, inclusive and sustainable state by 2030.
The Framework Program pays special attention to the Aral Sea region, supporting efforts to transforming the region into a center for sustainable development. These initiatives are aimed at improving the quality of life of the population through increasing the level of education, creating new jobs and ensuring access to clean drinking water.
The document was prepared jointly by the Government of Uzbekistan, under the coordination of the Ministry of Economy and Finance, and the UN Country Team in Uzbekistan as a result of comprehensive consultations with government agencies, local authorities, civil society, youth, the private sector and international partners.