The key facts

  • On November 11, 2026, in Antalya, as part of COP31, an event on the strategic climate partnership between Uzbekistan and UNDP will be held
  • Discussions will cover the implementation of NDC 3.0, the development of climate finance, and the formation of a portfolio of investment-attractive projects
  • The agenda includes cooperation with the Fund for Responding to Loss and Damage (FRLD), the Climate BRIDGE initiative, and adaptation of the Aral Sea region

Side event at COP31

On November 11, 2026, in Antalya, Turkey, as part of the 31st Conference of the Parties to the UN Framework Convention on Climate Change (COP31), a side event will be held dedicated to the strategic climate partnership between Uzbekistan and the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP). As reported by Kun.uz, it will take place in Uzbekistan's national pavilion under the title 'Strategic Climate Partnership of Uzbekistan and UNDP: From Commitments to Investments and Enhanced Resilience.' Participants will include representatives of Uzbekistan's government agencies, UNDP, international financial institutions, and partner organizations.

What is on the agenda

The organizers plan to discuss combating climate change, fulfilling national climate commitments, and attracting investment in climate projects. Special attention is expected to be given to the implementation of Uzbekistan's third national contribution (NDC 3.0) under the Paris Agreement, strengthening institutional capacity, developing climate finance mechanisms, and building a portfolio of projects attractive to investors.

Financial mechanisms and vulnerable regions

The agenda also includes an initiative for Uzbekistan's cooperation with the Fund for Responding to Loss and Damage (FRLD) and the country's participation in the Climate BRIDGE initiative, implemented with UNDP support and aimed at turning national climate commitments into concrete investment projects. In addition, the development of national climate adaptation plans will be discussed, including for regions vulnerable to climate impacts, such as the Aral Sea region. Following the meeting, further practical steps are expected to be identified for attracting funds for climate finance, expanding strategic partnership, and implementing projects aimed at increasing Uzbekistan's climate resilience.

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