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The effects of climate change have led to a reduction in yields for some agricultural products in Tajikistan by up to 50% by 2025. This was announced by Tajik President Emomali Rahmon at the seventh consultative meeting of Central Asian leaders in Tashkent, TASS reports.
"We consider the environmental agenda to be no less important. Climate change, melting glaciers, and prolonged dust storms have a direct impact on our country's food security. Low water levels and severe dust storms, which have been observed in recent years, have led to a significant decline in agricultural productivity. In Tajikistan, for example, the yield of some agricultural products has dropped by up to 50% this year," said Emomali Rahmon.
The head of state also noted that significant opportunities for expanding cooperation exist in tourism and sports. "It is essential to promote a positive image of the region, taking into account its rich cultural heritage and diversity," he emphasized.
Previously, the Hydrometeorology Agency of the Committee for Environmental Protection under the Government of Tajikistan reported that over the past nearly 100 years, the number of days with dusty haze in the country has increased more than tenfold.
The seventh consultative meeting of the heads of state of Central Asia was held in Tashkent with the participation of the leaders of Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan, Turkmenistan and Uzbekistan, as well as the President of Azerbaijan.
