On 12 January 2026, a meeting was held at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Turkmenistan between Foreign Minister Rashid Meredov and the Special Representative of the UN Secretary-General, Head of the United Nations Regional Centre for Preventive Diplomacy for Central Asia (UNRCCA), Kaha Imnadze. During the talks, the diplomats reaffirmed Turkmenistan’s commitment to … [Read more...]
Turkmenistan — Center of Multilateral Dialogue: International Organizations Confirm the Importance of Neutrality for Global Peace
Delegations from international and regional structures participated in the International Forum held in Ashgabat, timed to coincide with the International Year of Peace and Trust, the International Day of Neutrality, and the 30th anniversary of Turkmenistan's permanent neutrality. After the plenary session featuring speeches by heads of state and government, the forum … [Read more...]
UNRCCA Convenes Fifteenth Annual Meeting with Deputy Foreign Ministers of Central Asian States in Almaty
The fifteenth 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), was held in Almaty on 27–28 November 2025. The event gathered the high-level officials from Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan, Turkmenistan and Uzbekistan. Given the continued relevance of … [Read more...]
UNRCCA сo-organizes the Annual Women, Peace and Security Conference of the Central Asian Women Leaders’ Dialogue
On 25 November 2025, the Special Representative of the UN Secretary General, head of UNRCCA Kaha Imnadze took part in the annual “Women, Peace and Security” Conference of the Central Asian Women Leaders’ Dialogue (WLC), held in Dushanbe under the Chairmanship of the Republic of Tajikistan, and co-organized by UNRCCA, UN Women, and UNFPA. The event convened members of the … [Read more...]
UNRCCA co-organizes Fifth Regional Conference on the Counter-Terrorism Early Warning Network for Central Asia
Baku, Azerbaijan - On 13-16 October, UNRCCA and the United Nations Office of Counter-Terrorism (UNOCT), with the support of the People’s Republic of China through the United Nations Peace and Development Trust Fund (UNPDF), organized the fifth regional conference on the Counter-Terrorism Early Warning Network for Central Asia. The Early Warning Network is being developed to … [Read more...]
Head of UNRCCA participates in the Second Meeting of Parliament Speakers of the Group of Friends of Neutrality states
The Special Representative of the UN Secretary General for Central Asia and Head of UN Regional Centre for Preventive Diplomacy for Central Asia Kaha Imnadze, participated in the 2nd Meeting of Speakers of Parliaments of the Member States of the Group of Friends of Neutrality for Peace, Security and Sustainable Development. The event was organized by the Parliament of … [Read more...]
UNRCCA Preventive Diplomacy Academy Engages Youth on Climate Diplomacy with UK Perspective
UNRCCA, in collaboration with the British Embassy in Turkmenistan, hosted an online training session for the 2025 cohort of the Preventive Diplomacy Academy (PDA) on “The Role of Diplomacy in Tackling Climate Change - A UK Perspective.” The session was led by Ms. Clare Allbless, Deputy Head of Mission at the British Embassy in Ashgabat, who shared her extensive experience in … [Read more...]
Foreign Minister of Turkmenistan Meets with UN Representatives – Focus on UN’s 80th Anniversary and General Assembly Session
On 10 September 2025, Minister of Foreign Affairs of Turkmenistan Rashid Meredov, held meetings with Dmitry Shlapachenko, the UN Resident Coordinator in Turkmenistan, and Kaha Imnadze, the Special Representative of the UN Secretary-General and Head of the UN Regional Centre for Preventive Diplomacy for Central Asia (UNRCCA). These meetings underscored Turkmenistan’s active role … [Read more...]
Ashgabat and Moscow Discuss Strengthening Cooperation at the UN
On 8 September 2025, consultations were held in Ashgabat between the Director of the Department of International Organizations of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Turkmenistan, R.A. Annaberdiyev, and the Director of the Department of International Organizations of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Russia, K.M. Logvinov, according to the Russian foreign ministry. The … [Read more...]
UNRCCA joins OSCE Central Asian heads of mission regional meeting on cooperation on youth
On September 5, 2025, UNRCCA participated in an online session on youth as part of the OSCE Central Asian Heads of Mission regional conference in Tashkent. The high-level meeting convened OSCE Heads of Missions, Special Representative of the Secretary-General and Head of UNRCCA Kaha Imnadze, Deputy Permanent Representative of Finland to the OSCE Mari Neuvonen, and … [Read more...]
UNRCCA Co-Organizes High-Level Briefing on Counter-Terrorism Early Warning Network for Central Asia
On 8 July 2025, UNRCCA and the United Nations Office of Counter-Terrorism (UNOCT) organized the High-level Briefing on Counter-Terrorism Early Warning Network for Central Asia at the United Nations Headquarters in New York. The aim of the High-level Briefing was to inform Member States about the scope, progress and strategic relevance of the Early Warning Network and to discuss … [Read more...]
UNRCCA highlights UN disability inclusion strategy in peacebuilding at preventive diplomacy academy session
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 … [Read more...]
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 Turkmenistan … [Read more...]
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 … [Read more...]
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 … [Read more...]
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. … [Read more...]
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 well as improving the status of … [Read more...]
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, as well … [Read more...]
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 the role of the Central Asian Women Leaders’ … [Read more...]
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 … [Read more...]
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 … [Read more...]
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 Interaction and Confidence Building Measures … [Read more...]
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 … [Read more...]
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 enhancing regional peace and security in … [Read more...]
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 … [Read more...]
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 … [Read more...]
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 … [Read more...]
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 Sea Basin countries was put forward in … [Read more...]
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 … [Read more...]
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 of Uzbekistan. Mr. Imnadze was accompanied … [Read more...]
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 … [Read more...]
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 … [Read more...]
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 the … [Read more...]
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 … [Read more...]
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 a … [Read more...]
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 … [Read more...]
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 … [Read more...]
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 … [Read more...]
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 Heads of State of Central Asian … [Read more...]
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 July … [Read more...]
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 … [Read more...]
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 office, and UNRCCA Academy. Experts and professional from … [Read more...]
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 … [Read more...]
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 coordinate … [Read more...]
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 political, economic and social participation of women in … [Read more...]
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 President of … [Read more...]
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 International Conference on … [Read more...]
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 tool to … [Read more...]
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 his address, … [Read more...]
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 … [Read more...]