Prime Minister of Kazakhstan Olzhas Bektenov met with the heads of delegations of the countries participating in the first meeting of the Board of the International Fund for Saving the Aral Sea. According to the press office of the Prime Minister of Kazakhstan, Kazakhstan will chair the Fund until 2026.
The discussion focused on the joint use of transboundary water resources and measures to solve environmental and socio-economic problems in the Aral Sea basin.
“I hope that by joint efforts we will be able to qualitatively improve the condition of the unique water reservoir that is important for all our countries,” Olzhas Bektenov said.
The need for integrated and efficient use of water resources of the region was emphasised. The introduction of modern technologies and the use of satellite data to improve cooperation was identified as a key priority. The expert working group continues to optimise the organisational structure and legal framework of the Fund.
