On 18 June 2025, the UNRCCA held an online session of its Preventive Diplomacy Academy (PDA), bringing together young leaders from Central Asia and Afghanistan to discuss the implementation of the United Nations Disability Inclusion Strategy (UNDIS). Launched in 2019, UNDIS provides a comprehensive framework to integrate disability inclusion across the UN’s work in human […]
A meeting with the Head of the UN Regional Center for Preventive Diplomacy for Central Asia was held at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Turkmenistan
On June 14, 2025, Minister of Foreign Affairs of Turkmenistan Rashid Meredov met with the Special Representative of the Secretary-General of the United Nations, Head of the UN Regional Center for Preventive Diplomacy for Central Asia (UNRCCA) Kaha Imnadze at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Turkmenistan. During the meeting, the sides discussed participation of […]
Special Representative of UN Secretary General Convenes Briefing on UNRCCA Activities Implemented during the International Year of Peace and Trust
On 11 June 2025, SRSG Kaha Imnadze convened a briefing on the United Nations Regional Centre for Preventive Diplomacy for Central Asia (UNRCCA) initiatives and activities implemented during the International Year of Peace and Trust. The briefing was attended by Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs of Turkmenistan Myahri Bashimova and the Ambassadors and representatives of the Central Asian states and the Permanent Members […]
UNRCCA co-organizes training on enhancing counter-terrorism early warning systems
On 3-4 June 2025, UNRCCA in partnership with the United Nations Office of Counter-Terrorism (UNOCT) organized a training course for Turkmen nationals to enhance counter-terrorism early warning systems using Open-Source Intelligence (OSINT) and Artificial Intelligence (AI). The training course aimed at strengthening the capacity of Turkmenistan to prevent and respond to security threats in the […]
The Head of the UNRCCA Kaha Imnadze participates at the High-Level International Conference on Glaciers’ Preservation In Dushanbe
On 31 May, SRSG for Central Asia, Head of UNRCCA Kaha Imnadze, intervened at the High-Level International Conference on Glaciers’ Preservation in Dushanbe. In his statement he called on strengthening partnerships and deepening regional cooperation with the view to arrive at mutually beneficial solutions on addressing the outstanding issues of regional and global agendas. SRSG […]
A Dialogue of Women Leaders of Central Asia took place in Tajikistan
On May 29, 2025, representatives of the Mejlis of Turkmenistan participated in the Dialogue of Women of Central Asia, held in Dushanbe, Republic of Tajikistan, the Mejlis of Turkmenistan reports. The purpose of the conference was to create a unique dialogue space in the region for the exchange of experience in realizing women’s potential, as […]
Assistant Secretary-General for Youth Affairs Engages with UNRCCA Preventive Diplomacy Academy on Youth, Peace, and Security
Assistant Secretary-General for Youth Affairs Felipe Paullier visited UNRCCA premises and met with the Deputy Head of the Centre and the Preventive Diplomacy Academy (PDA) team. He was informed about the Centre’s mandate and activities in Central Asia touching upon the main pillars of peace and security, such as counter-terrorism, transboundary water issues and climate, […]
Head of UNRCCA, SRSG Kaha Imnadze meets with the Speaker of the Senate of Uzbekistan
As part of his working visit to Uzbekistan to participate in the Termez Dialogue, Special Representative of UN Secretary General, head of UNRCCA Kaha Imnadze, met with Ms. Tanzila Narbaeva, Chairperson of the Senate of Oliy Majlis of the Republic of Uzbekistan on 19 May in Tashkent. During the meeting, the two exchanged views on […]
UNRCCA PREVENTIVE DIPLOMACY ACADEMY EMPOWERS YOUTH THROUGH MODEL UN SIMULATION IN HONOR OF UN’S 80TH ANNIVERSARY
In recognition of the United Nations’ 80th anniversary, UNRCCA conducted an online Model United Nations simulation as part of its Preventive Diplomacy Academy. Facilitated by representatives from the PDA Alumni Network, the event brought together members of the PDA Cohort 2025, offering them a unique opportunity to experience firsthand the processes of multilateral diplomacy and […]
UNRCCA Co-Organizes Cross – Regional Dialogue on Returness from Conflict Zones
On 30 April 2025, UNRCCA in partnership with the Government of the Republic of Kazakhstan, the United Nations Office of Counter-Terrorism (UNOCT) and the Organization for Security and Co-operation in Europe (OSCE) convened the Cross-regional Dialogue on the Prosecution, Rehabilitation and Reintegration (PRR) of Returnees from Conflict Zones. The Cross-regional Dialogue provided an opportunity to […]
Head of UNRCCA, SRSG Kaha Imnadze visits Astana
On 28 – 30 April 2025, SRSG for Central Asia and Head of UNRCCA Kaha Imnadze visited Astana and held meetings with H.E. Murat Nurtleu, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs; H.E. Dania Espaeva, Deputy Chairperson of the Majilis (lower house of the Parliament); Mr. Kairat Sarybay, Secretary General of the Conference on […]
UNRCCA Preventive Diplomacy Academy commences seventh academic year
On 10 April, the UNRCCA proudly launched the seventh academic year of its Preventive Diplomacy Academy (PDA), marking another milestone in fostering youth engagement and capacity-building for peace and sustainable development in Central Asia and Afghanistan. Following a rigorous and competitive selection process, 48 outstanding candidates were chosen from a pool of 370 applicants across […]
The Head of the UNRCCA Kaha Imnadze met with the Speaker of the Senate of Uzbekistan
On 8 April in Tashkent, SRSG Kaha Imnadze met with the Chairperson of the Senate of Oliy Majlis of the Republic of Uzbekistan Ms. Tanzila Narbaeva, discussing prospects of the Central Asian Women Leaders’ Caucus (CAWLC), including in the light of Uzbekistan’s upcoming presidency in the CAWLC in 2026. They also canvassed UNRCCA’s role in […]
BOMCA10 held its fourth Regional Steering Group (RSG) meeting in Ashgabat
On 20 February, the EU-funded Border Management Programme in Central Asia BOMCA10 held its fourth Regional Steering Group (RSG) meeting to review the ongoing progress and agree on plans for its final implementation year. The meeting took place in Ashgabat, Turkmenistan bringing together representatives from the donor, implementing consortium of the programme, and national counterparts […]
Head of the UNRCCA attends the 7th Ministerial Council meeting of CICA
On 17 December 2024, Special Representative of the United Nations Secretary-General for Central Asia Kaha Imnadze, head of the UNRCCA, participated in the 7th Ministerial Council Meeting of the Conference on Interaction and Confidence-Building Measures in Asia (CICA), held virtually and hosted by the Republic of Azerbaijan. The event marked the conclusion of Kazakhstan’s 2020–2024 […]
UNRCCA, UNOCT, and the Government of Uzbekistan organize High-Level Briefing on the Regional Expert Council on Returnees
On December 10, 2024, UNRCCA, the United Nations Office of Counter-Terrorism (UNOCT), the Government of Uzbekistan held a High-Level Briefing on the Central Asia Regional Expert Council on the Rehabilitation and Reintegration of Returnees at the United Nations Headquarters, New York. The event provided an opportunity to present ongoing efforts and achievements of the Regional […]
Ashgabat hosted Regional Consultative Meeting on discussion of the establishment of the United Nations Special Programme for the Aral Sea Basin (UNSPAS) was held
From 30 November to 1 December 2024, the Regional Consultative Meeting of the Economic and Social Commission for Asia and the Pacific (ESCAP) on discussion of the establishment of the United Nations Special Programme for the Aral Sea Basin (UNSPAS) was held in Ashagbat. The proposal to establish the UN Special Programme for the Aral […]
UNRCCA, UNOCT, OSCE and Government of Uzbekistan organize the Second Meeting of the Working Groups of the Regional Expert Council on Rehabilitation and Reintegration of Returnees
UNRCCA, the United Nations Office of Counter-Terrorism (UNOCT), the Organization for Security and Cooperation in Europe (OSCE) Project Co-ordinator in Uzbekistan and the Government of Uzbekistan organized the second meeting of the working groups of the Central Asia Regional Expert Council on Rehabilitation and Reintegration of Returnees. The regional event, which took place in Tashkent […]
Head of UNRCCA visits Termez
On 24 November 2024, SRSG for Central Asia and Head of UNRCCA, Kaha Imnadze, visited Termez, Uzbekistan, at the border with Afghanistan in order to get acquainted with the Regional UN Logistics Hub as well as the Free Economic Zone “Airitom” and the Education Centre for Afghan Nationals. The visit was facilitated by the Government […]
Central Asian Women Leaders’ Caucus concludes Kyrgyzstan’s chairmanship with the final Conference and Expo aimed at strengthening women’s entrepreneurship in Central Asia
On 14-15 November, the Special Representative of the UN Secretary-General for Central Asia, Head of UNRCCA Kaha Imnadze participated in the final Conference of the Central Asian Women Leaders’ Caucus (CAWLC) under Kyrgyzstan’s presidency in Bishkek. The conference was preceded by the regional “Woman Entrepreneurship EXPO-2024,” which brought together women entrepreneurs and high-level representatives from […]
Central Asian Water Experts Meet to Enhance Cooperation on Water, Energy, Environment and Climate Issues
On October 29-30, 2024, in Almaty, Kazakhstan, the UNRCCA organized a “Expert Meeting on Water, Energy, Environment, and Climate Cooperation in Central Asia” as part of its water project. The meeting brought together representatives from relevant ministries, state agencies, and national and international experts, including those from UNESCO, UNECE, UNAMA, and DPPA, to assess the […]
Head of UNRCCA opens side event on protecting critical energy infrastructure in Ashgabat
The Special Representative of the UN Secretary-General for Central Asia and Head of UNRCCA, Kaha Imnadze, opened a side event on protecting critical energy infrastructure against terrorist attacks, which was organized by the United Nations Office of Counter-Terrorism (UNOCT) with the support of the Governments of Turkmenistan and the Russian Federation. It was convened on […]
Turkmenistan’s collaboration with the UN Regional Center for Preventive Diplomacy for Central Asia was discussed
On September 18, 2024, Minister of Foreign Affairs of Turkmenistan Rashid Meredov held a meeting with the Special Representative of the Secretary-General of the United Nations, Head of the UN Regional Center for Preventive Diplomacy for Central Asia (UNRCCA) Kaha Imnadze. During the meeting, the parties discussed topical issues of cooperation, in particular the implementation […]
UNRCCA Co-Organizes Regional Conference and Training Course under the Counter-Terrorism Early Warning Network for Central Asia
On 10-12 September 2024, UNRCCA, the United Nations Office of Counter-Terrorism (UNOCT), the Office of Rule of Law and Security Institutions (OROLSI) with support of the United Nations Peace and Development Trust Fund (UNPDF) and the Governments of Uzbekistan and Turkmenistan organized a regional conference on the Counter-Terrorism Early Warning Network for Central Asia and […]
Central Asian Parliaments Gather for Second Interparliamentary Forum in Uzbekistan
On September 12, 2024, the Second Interparliamentary Forum of Central Asian states kicked off in Khiva, Uzbekistan. Delegates from Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan, Turkmenistan, and Uzbekistan, including representatives of youth parliaments and local governments, are participating in the two-day event. In her opening remarks, Tanzila Narbayeva, Chair of the Senate of the Oliy Majlis, emphasized that […]
CICA Secretary General Discusses Regional Collaboration with UN Special Representative for Central Asia
CICA Secretary General Ambassador Kairat Sarybay met with Mr. Kaha Imnadze, the Special Representative of the UN Secretary-General for Central Asia and Head of the United Nations Regional Centre for Preventive Diplomacy for Central Asia (UNRCCA). During the meeting, Ambassador Sarybay provided an overview of CICA’s history, development, and the establishment of its advisory bodies. […]
6th Consultative Meeting of the Heads of Central Asian States in Astana – Central Asian leaders outline long-term plans for regional cooperation
On 9 August 2024, the 6th Consultative Meeting of the Heads of Central Asian states was held in Astana under the chairmanship of the President of Kazakhstan Kassym-Jomart Tokayev. The summit was attended by: Kazakhstan – President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev Kyrgyzstan – President Sadyr Japarov Tajikistan – President Emomali Rahmon Turkmenistan – President Serdar Berdimuhamedov Uzbekistan […]
UNRCCA is ready to make positive contribution to strengthening multifaceted cooperation in Central Asia, says Kaha Imnadze
Deputy Prime Minister, Minister of Foreign Affairs of Kazakhstan Murat Nurtleu met on Wednesday, 7 August, the Special Representative of the UN Secretary-General and Head of the UN Regional Centre on Preventive Diplomacy for Central Asia (UNRCCA) Kaha Imnadze, who is on visit to Kazakhstan to take part in the 6th Consultative Meeting of the […]
UNRCCA, UNOCT, OSCE and Government of Uzbekistan organizes the first meeting of the Working Groups of the Regional Expert Council on Rehabilitation and Reintegration of Returnees
UNRCCA, the United Nations Office of Counter-Terrorism (UNOCT), the Office of the Project Coordinator of the Organization for Security and Cooperation in Europe and the Government of Uzbekistan organized the first meeting of the working groups of the Central Asia Regional Expert Council on Rehabilitation and Reintegration of Returnees. The virtual event, held on 26 […]
Students of the UNRCCA Academy of Preventive Diplomacy study the subtleties of negotiation skills
In July 2024, the UNRCCA Academy of Preventive Diplomacy invited Evan Hoffman, PhD in Political Science, to conduct a three-day online seminar for youth from Central Asia and Afghanistan on conflict prevention, mediation, and negotiation. PDA students learned about various theories of conflict and their classification, as well as how to act appropriately in conflict […]
Embassy of Israel in Turkmenistan sponsors event to raise awareness on World Drug Day
A youth event was held on 28 June 2024 in Ashgabat to mark the World Drug Day. The objective was to raise the awareness about the dangers of the drug abuse. It was organized by the Ashgabat UNODC Office, and co-sponsored by the Embassy of the State of Israel in Turkmenistan, and supported by UNFPA Turkmenistan […]
Head of UNRCCA Kaha Imnadze participates in the 3rd High-level International Conference on the International Decade for action “Water for Sustainable Development” 2018 – 2028 in Dushanbe
On 10-11 June, Kaha Imnadze, Special Representative of the UN Secretary-General for Central Asia, Head of UNRCCA, participated in the Third High-Level International Conference on the International Decade for Action “Water for Sustainable Development” 2018-2028, jointly organized by the Government of the Republic of Tajikistan and the United Nations. The Conference aimed to follow up […]
Head of the UNRCCA Kaha Imnadze visits Brussels and participates in Troika meeting
On 27-29 May 2024, Kaha Imnadze, Special Representative of the UN Secretary-General for Central Asia, Head of UNRCCA, visited Brussels and participated in the Troika meeting, organized together with Terhi Hakala, EU Special Representative for Central Asia, and Kate Fearon, Director of the OSCE Conflict Prevention Centre. The Troika format was established in 2010 to […]
Head of the UNRCCA participated in the opening of CAWLC’s event under the Kyrgyzstan’s chairmanship
On 23 May, SRSG Kaha Imnadze participated in the opening event of the Central Asia Women Leaders’ Caucus under the chairmanship of Kyrgyzstan in 2024. The event was held within the framework of the Central Asia Women Leaders’ Caucus (CAWLC) launched in 2020 with the support of UNRCCA, UNDP and UN Women to boost the […]
UNRCCA co-organizes inaugural meeting of Regional Expert Council on Rehabilitation and Reintegration of Returnees
On 14 May 2024, the first meeting of the Regional Expert Council on Rehabilitation and Reintegration of Returnees took place in Tashkent. The high-level event was organized by UNRCCA in close partnership with the UN Office of Counter-Terrorism (UNOCT), the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Uzbekistan, the Institute for Strategic and Regional Studies under the […]
First meeting of the Regional Expert Council in Central Asia on the rehabilitation and reintegration of returnees held in Tashkent
The first meeting of the Regional Expert Council on Rehabilitation and Reintegration of Returnees from Conflict Zones in Central Asia was held on May 14 in Tashkent. The Regional Expert Council was established at the initiative of the President of the Republic of Uzbekistan, Mr. Shavkat Mirziyoyev in March 2022 in Tashkent at the High-Level […]
The UNRCCA Preventive Diplomacy Academy took part in an Interactive Game about Water Diplomacy
On April 29, the USAID Central Asia’s Regional Water and Vulnerable Environment Activity in cooperation with the Regional Environmental Centre for Central Asia (CAREC) and the UNRCCA Preventive Diplomacy Academy (PDA) organized the Nexus simulation game session for the PDA 2024 cohort and PDA Alumni members from Turkmenistan. The NEXUS game offers a unique training […]
UNRCCA: Preventive Diplomacy Academy discusses Gender Equality
On 15 April, the UNRCCA Preventive Diplomacy Academy (PDA) successfully concluded its 6th hybrid training session aimed on equipping the 2024 Cohort with a deeper understanding of gender equality. The session opened with remarks from H.E. Ambassador of the UK to Turkmenistan, Mr. Stephen Conlon welcoming the 58 participants from Central Asia and Afghanistan. In […]
СПЕЦПРЕДСТАВИТЕЛЬ КАХА ИМНАДЗЕ ПРИНЯЛ УЧАСТИЕ В КОНФЕРЕНЦИИ «ПРОДВИЖЕНИЕ МИРА: РЕАЛИЗАЦИЯ СТРАТЕГИЙ ПО УКРЕПЛЕНИЮ ДОВЕРИЯ МЕЖДУ СТРАНАМИ» В АШХАБАДЕ
АШХАБАД, Туркменистан — 11 апреля 2024 года Спецпредставитель Каха Имнадзе принял участие в конференции «Продвижение мира: реализация стратегий по укреплению доверия между странами», приуроченной резолюции Генеральной Ассамблеи ООН о провозглашении 2025 года -Международным годом мира и доверия. В мероприятии, организованном Министерством иностранных дел Туркменистана совместно с Представительством ООН в Туркменистане в гибридном формате, приняли участие высокие представители […]
SRSG KAHA IMNADZE PARTICIPATES IN THE CONFERENCE “ADVANCING THE PEACE: IMPLEMENTING STRATEGIES TO BUILD TRUST AMONG COUNTRIES” IN ASHGABAT
ASHGABAT, Turkmenistan — On April 11, 2024, SRSG Kaha Imnadze took part in a conference “Advancing the Peace: Implementing Strategies to build trust among countries”, devoted to the UN General Assembly resolution declaring 2025 as the “International Year of Peace and Trust”. The event was organized by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Turkmenistan jointly […]
UNRCCA Co-Organizes a regional workshop on preventing and combatting the illicit trafficking of small arms and light weapons
TASHKENT, Uzbekistan — On 9-10 April 2024, UNRCCA in partnership with the UN Office of Counter-Terrorism (UNOCT) and the Regional Anti-Terrorist Structure of the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (RATS SCO) organized a regional workshop on fostering cooperation and information sharing on preventing and combatting the illicit trafficking of small arms and light weapons and thier illicit […]
UNRCCA Launches 2024 Preventive Diplomacy Academy for the New Cohort of Young Leaders from Central Asia and Afghanistan
On March 5, the first session was held for students of the UNRCCA (UN Regional Center for Preventive Diplomacy for Central Asia) Preventive Diplomacy Academy from the countries of Central Asia and Afghanistan in online format. As a result of the competition, forty-eight participants aged 19 to 29 were selected among university students and graduates […]
UNRCCA participates in the Regional meeting on enhancing women’s participation in the peacebuilding processes in the Ferghana valley
On 27 February, 2024 United Nations Regional Center for Preventive Diplomacy for Central Asia (UNRCCA) took part in the Regional Meeting on Enhancing Women’s Participation in the Peacebuilding Processes in Ferghana Valley. The Meeting was organized jointly by “For International Tolerance” Fund (Kyrgyzstan), “Istiqbolli Avlod” Socio-informational Centre (Uzbekistan), Scientific-technical Intelligence Association (Tajikistan), with a support […]
Kazakhstan is interested in building a prosperous and peaceful region and in the sustainable development of Central Asia, says Murat Nurtleu
Kazakhstan is interested in building a prosperous and peaceful region and in the sustainable development of the Central Asian countries, Deputy Prime Minister – Minister of Foreign Affairs of Kazakhstan Murat Nurtleu said at a meeting with Kaha Imnadze, the Special Representative of the UN Secretary-General, Head of the UN Regional Center for Preventive Diplomacy […]
Turkmen FM meets with the Head of the UN Regional Center for Preventive Diplomacy for Central Asia
On 15 February 2024, Rashid Meredov, Deputy Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers and Minister of Foreign Affairs of Turkmenistan met with Kaha Imnadze, Special Representative of the UN Secretary-General for Central Asia, Head of UN Regional Center for Preventive Diplomacy for Central Asia. Discussion focused on cooperation between UNRCCA and Turkmenistan in the areas […]
The Parliament of Turkmenistan hosted the Inaugural meeting of the parliament speakers of the Friends of Neutrality Group member-countries
On 15 February 2024, the first meeting of the heads of parliaments of the member countries of the Friends of Neutrality Group “The role of parliamentary cooperation in strengthening peace and dialogue” was held by the Mejlis of Turkmenistan in a hybrid format, the International Information Center of Turkmenistan reports. Welcoming the participants of the […]
UNRCCA co-organizes Third Regional Conference on the Counter-Terrorism Early Warning Network for Central Asia
On 18-20 December 2023, UNRCCA and the United Nations Office of Counter-Terrorism (UNOCT) organized the third regional conference on the Counter-Terrorism Early Warning Network for Central Asia. The Early Warning Network is designed to intensify and to systematize exchange of information, and to coordinate the work of different national and regional entities operating in Central […]
UNRCCA co-organizes a training course on the modern techniques of a threats and risk assessment for Turkmen officials
On 7-8 December 2023, UNRCCA and the United Nations Office of Counter-Terrorism (UNOCT) organized a training course on the modern techniques of a threats and risk assessment for Turkmen officials in Ashgabat. It was the final event of a series of training courses organized under the Counter-Terrorism Early Warning Network for Central Asia in different […]
UNRCCA convened annual meeting with deputy foreign ministers of Central Asian states in Bishkek
The thirteenth annual Meeting of Deputy Foreign Ministers of the Central Asian states, convened by the United Nations Regional Centre for Preventive Diplomacy for Central Asia (UNRCCA), took place in Bishkek on 27-28 November. The meeting brought together the Deputy Foreign Ministers of Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan, Turkmenistan and Uzbekistan. Taking into consideration the importance of […]
Head of UNRCCA Meets with Chairperson of Parliament of Turkmenistan
On 30 October, Special Representative of UN Secretary General Kaha Imnadze met with Ms. Dunyagozel Gulmanova, Chairperson of Mejilis of Turkmenistan. The sides discussed the entire spectrum of co-operation between UN Regional Center for Preventive Diplomacy for Central Asia (UNRCCA) and Turkmenistan with a focus on activities, promoting implementation of the global Women Peace and […]