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Turkmenistan Emphasizes Digital and Green Transformation at the 70th UNECE Session

Strategic Insights

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At the recent 70th session of the United Nations Economic Commission for Europe, held on April 18 and 19, 2023, the delegation of Turkmenistan highlighted the country's commitment to digital and green transformation. The Minister of Foreign Affairs, R.Meredov, emphasized Turkmenistan's large-scale and long-term efforts in these areas, underscoring the nation's readiness to expand international partnerships in digitalization and green technologies. The conference also discussed specific practical steps taken by Turkmenistan to reduce greenhouse gas emissions, particularly methane, and explored prospects for cooperation with the international community in promoting hydrogen energy. Moreover, the Minister highlighted the "smart city" of Arkadag, a successful example of digital transformation and the application of "green technologies" that could serve as a model for the entire UNECE region.

Key Takeaways:

  • Turkmenistan has been actively engaged in large-scale and long-term activities in the areas of digital and green transformation.
  • The country has implemented specific practical steps to reduce greenhouse gas emissions, particularly methane.
  • Turkmenistan has emphasized its readiness to expand international partnerships in digitalization and green technologies.
  • The "smart city" of Arkadag is being touted as a successful example of digital transformation and the application of "green technologies" for the entire UNECE region.
  • The city has implemented the concept of "smart city" and the approach to ensure zero harm to the environment at all stages.
  • The city's smart city concept includes production of building materials to operation of facilities.
  • The conference participants were informed about the country's cooperation prospects with the international community in promoting hydrogen energy.

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Sources:

  • Al Bawaba (Albawaba.com)
  • SyndiGate Media Inc. (Syndigate.info)

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