Tajikistan Hosts Water Conference, Eyes Solutions and Partnerships

Tajikistan is poised to host a pivotal international gathering focused on the critical issue of water resources. The upcoming 4th High-Level International Conference on the International Decade for Action, “Water for Sustainable Development” (2018–2028), set to take place in Dushanbe from May 25 to 28, underscores the nation's commitment to addressing global water challenges.

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the conference will bring together leaders and representatives of governments, UN institutions, international and regional organizations, financial institutions, academia, civil society, the private sector, and youth.

With over 110 official delegations confirmed, the conference promises to be a significant forum for dialogue and collaboration. Tajikistan anticipates that this event will serve as a crucial platform for forging common solutions related to pressing water issues, the vital task of glacier protection, and the urgent need to combat the far-reaching consequences of climate change. The participation of leaders and representatives from governments, UN institutions, international organizations, financial bodies, academia, civil society, the private sector, and youth highlights the comprehensive scope of the discussions.

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the conference will serve as a platform for discussing sustainable water resource management, combating the consequences of climate change, glacier protection, and the development of water diplomacy.

Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs, Sanoi Boizoda, emphasized the substantial global interest in the conference, viewing it as a clear indicator of Dushanbe's growing importance in the international discourse on water. The event is designed to facilitate discussions on sustainable water resource management, climate change adaptation, glacier preservation, and the advancement of water diplomacy.

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The Dushanbe Conference will be one of the important stages in preparing for the UN Water Conference 2026.

Crucially, the Dushanbe Conference is positioned as a key milestone in the lead-up to the UN Water Conference scheduled for 2026. Co-chaired by Senegal and the United Arab Emirates, this preparatory stage, known as the Dushanbe Water Process, aims to accelerate concrete actions, foster robust partnerships, and finalize contributions for the 2026 UN event. This initiative, a joint effort between the Tajik government and the UN, reflects a sustained commitment to biennial water-focused conferences, building on the success of previous forums held in Dushanbe in 2018, 2022, and 2024.

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As part of the Dushanbe Water Process, this conference focuses on accelerating action, strengthening partnerships, and finalizing contributions for the 2026 UN Water Conference.