Strengthening Ties Between Kazakhstan and Uzbekistan for Migratory Wildlife Conservation
Kazakhstan and Uzbekistan Strengthen Cooperation to Protect Migratory Animals and Environment
In a significant move towards regional environmental conservation efforts, Kazakhstan and Uzbekistan have agreed to protect migratory animals. Deputies of Mazhilis, the lower house of the Kazakh Parliament, recently ratified an agreement on cooperation in ecology and environmental protection.
The agreement enables timely interaction on topics related to animal movement in the Kazakh-Uzbek border region, including saiga antelope, gazelle, argali, and others. Kazakhstan’s Minister of Ecology and Natural Resources, Yerlan Nyssanbayev, highlighted the importance of the agreement, stating that efforts are underway to increase the Ustyurt saiga population in the territories of both states.
In addition to protecting migratory animals, the document also regulates state control over the transboundary transportation and disposal of hazardous waste, ecosystem protection from degradation, and adaptation to climate change. The two countries will exchange experiences in reducing carbon and methane emissions and introduce modern carbon capture and storage technologies. Kazakhstan plans to collaborate with Uzbekistan to improve the environmental situation in the Aral Sea basin.
Furthermore, the agreement paves the way for collaborative scientific research, educational initiatives, and staff training between Kazakhstan and Uzbekistan. This partnership signifies a joint commitment to environmental conservation and sustainable development in the region.
The agreement marks a positive step towards enhancing environmental protection efforts and promoting wildlife conservation in the Kazakh-Uzbek border region. By working together, Kazakhstan and Uzbekistan aim to create a more sustainable and eco-friendly environment for present and future generations.
