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Source: United Nations – United Nations –
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September 23, 2025 UN
Speaking during the general debate of the 80th session of the UN General Assembly, Tajik President Emomali Rahmon called for united efforts to strengthen international peace and sustainable development. He noted that the world today faces unprecedented challenges – from geopolitical crises to climate change and growing social inequality.
"Our countries need to make joint and consistent efforts to maintain peace and return to full compliance with international law," Rahmon emphasized.
Support for vulnerable countries and reform of financial mechanisms
The President specifically addressed the challenges facing developing countries, particularly mountainous and landlocked ones. He stated that current financing mechanisms do not meet the needs of such countries. "Today is the time to consider debt forgiveness for the most vulnerable states," he stated, emphasizing the need for equitable reforms of the international financial system.
Climate challenges and glacier protection
Rahmon devoted considerable attention to the topic of climate change. He noted that 93 percent of Tajikistan's territory is mountainous, and more than 1,300 glaciers have already completely melted. "Tajikistan's glaciers and other water sources account for up to 60 percent of Central Asia's water resources. We must not remain indifferent to the fate of humanity's source of life—water," the president said.
We must not remain indifferent to the fate of the source of human life – water.
He reported on the international conference on glacier conservation held in Dushanbe and invited partners to participate in the next major event within the Dushanbe Water Process, which will take place in 2026.
Legal education and new technologies
The leader of Tajikistan proposed considering the possibility of declaring an International Year of Legal Education, emphasizing the importance of strengthening a global culture of justice.
Rahmon also discussed the role of digital technologies and artificial intelligence. He recalled that in July, the General Assembly unanimously adopted a resolution proposed by Tajikistan on the use of AI for sustainable development in Central Asia. "We believe it would be appropriate to establish a regional artificial intelligence center in Dushanbe," he noted.
Fighting terrorism and cybercrime
The President also called for intensified cooperation in global security, emphasizing the threats posed by terrorism, extremism, and cybercrime. He stated that Tajikistan intends to further strengthen cooperation within the Dushanbe Process on counterterrorism.
Emomali Rahmon also stated that all disputes and conflicts must be resolved exclusively through political and diplomatic means, and that the international community is obligated to redouble its efforts to achieve a lasting and just peace.
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