Antalya:Türkiye and Uzbekistan have solidified their commitment to environmental protection by signing a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) on collaborative efforts in this critical area. This agreement was formalized on November 9 during the 31st Conference of the Parties to the UN Framework Convention on Climate Change (COP31) held in Antalya.

According to Trend News Agency, the MOU was signed on behalf of Türkiye by Murat Kurum, Minister of Environment, Urbanization and Climate Change, and on behalf of Uzbekistan by Aziz Abdukhakimov, Presidential Adviser on Environmental Issues and Chairman of the National Committee on Ecology and Climate Change.

The agreement outlines plans for joint projects aimed at climate change mitigation and adaptation, conservation of natural resources, and the protection of natural areas. It also addresses the prevention of air and water pollution, the fight against desertification and land degradation, waste management, circular economy development, and environmental education initiatives.