Kyrgyzstan and GGGI set priorities for 2027 flood and drought climate project

Kyrgyzstan and the Global Green Growth Institute (GGGI) agreed on priorities for a regional flood and drought project for 2027 at a meeting in Bishkek. According to the Kyrgyz Ministry of Economy and Commerce, the decisions were taken on 28 October at the third meeting of the project's steering committee. The project, titled Strengthening Climate Resilience through Innovative Smart Flood and Drought Management in Central Asia, aims to improve climate resilience in the region.

Participants reviewed the results of work completed so far, the progress of implementation and emerging difficulties. The priorities for 2027 are developing early warning systems for floods and droughts, and introducing smart solutions for managing water resources.

The ministry was represented at the meeting by Omurbek Kenzhebaev, head of the Department of International Finance, Green Economy and Tourism. He stressed the importance of international partnership and cooperation between state bodies for successful implementation. Following the meeting, GGGI confirmed its readiness to continue cooperation with the Ministry of Economy, the Ministry of Emergency Situations and other partners. The project is implemented with Korea's participation.