AGP Executive Report
Last update: 6 hours agoSCO Summit in Bishkek: Leaders from 17 countries plus UN Secretary-General António Guterres are set to gather in Bishkek on Sept. 1 for the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation summit and the expanded “SCO Plus” meeting, with Tajik President Emomali Rahmon among the expected attendees. Water Diplomacy: Tajikistan’s deputy foreign minister Sanoi Boyzoda took part in World Water Week in Stockholm, stressing practical delivery of global water commitments and flagging preparations for the 2028 UN Water Conference, including the Dushanbe Water Framework as a possible outcome. Climate Risk in the Region: A major flood in Nepal is linked to glacier collapse and melting snow, underscoring how climate change can trigger deadly geological events. Land Degradation Alarm: A new UNCCD-linked report says Central Asia has over 80 million hectares of degraded land, with climate warming accelerating glacier loss and driving sand and dust storms. Tajik Tourism Plan: Tajikistan approved a 2027–2031 domestic tourism program aimed at sustainable growth, better hospitality, and protecting cultural and natural heritage. Digital Cooperation Expansion: The DCO approved eight countries as new member states and set Tajikistan to join as an associate member, opening doors for digital innovation and inclusion.
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