Uzbekistan and the United Nations Sign New Cooperation Framework for 2026–2030

The new Framework aims to promote human development, reduce inequality, and ensure that every person benefits from progress. Over the next five years, it will guide the work of 25 UN agencies, funds, and programmes supporting Uzbekistan’s national development priorities. 

The Cooperation Framework identifies six key areas: effective governance and justice, decent livelihoods and social protection, quality health and well-being, inclusive and equitable education, climate action and environmental sustainability; and the comprehensive development of the Aral Sea region.

The UN Resident Coordinator in Uzbekistan noted that the new Cooperation Framework places people at the center of development, aiming to empower everyone — including the most disadvantaged groups — to realize their potential and contribute to the progress of their communities. She emphasized that as Uzbekistan and the United Nations embark on their new five-year partnership for 2026–2030, joint efforts will focus on building a more prosperous, inclusive, and resilient country by 2030.

The Cooperation Framework also includes a special focus on the Aral Sea region, supporting efforts to turn it into a center of sustainable development. These initiatives aim to improve people’s lives through better education, more jobs, and access to clean water.

Developed jointly by the Government of Uzbekistan, led by the Ministry of Economy and Finance, and the United Nations Country Team, the Framework was developed through in-depth consultations with government agencies, local authorities, civil society, young people, the private sector, and international partners.

The signing ceremony, held on United Nations Day, marks the anniversary of the UN Charter and reaffirms the strong partnership between Uzbekistan and the United Nations.  

The event gathered senior government officials, representatives of the UN Country Team, diplomatic missions, academia, and civil society organizations.