BAKU, Azerbaijan, September 16. Uzbekistan is
placing greater emphasis on environmental considerations and
infrastructure capacity as it develops new architectural and urban
projects in Tashkent.
This was reflected in the statement by the National Committee on
Ecology and Climate Change of Uzbekistan, following a meeting
between Head of the Presidential Administration Saida Mirziyoyeva
and initiators of major architectural projects, independent experts
and urban planners, as well as representatives of leading creative
studios and higher education institutions, to discuss the capital’s
urban development and environmental challenges.
The meeting focused on the current situation in Tashkent’s urban
planning and ecology sectors, with participants stressing the need
for careful assessment of the city’s future development.
The committee said new construction projects should contribute
to the city’s development without creating additional imbalances or
placing excessive pressure on urban infrastructure and territorial
systems.
“The future development of Tashkent requires careful analysis to
ensure that new construction contributes to the city while
preserving environmental balance and the capacity of urban
infrastructure,” the committee said in a statement following the
meeting.
The discussion comes as Uzbekistan continues to expand urban
development in and around the capital. Earlier this year, President
Shavkat Mirziyoyev called for urbanization to be aligned with
public interests, a healthy urban environment and environmental
requirements. The authorities have also identified the expansion of
green areas as a priority in Tashkent.
Participants at the meeting also discussed the role of
private-sector initiatives in improving the urban environment. The
National Committeee emphasized the importance of supporting
businesses seeking to make Tashkent more comfortable, landscaped,
clean and safe.
Such support was described as one of the priorities set by
President Mirziyoyev as part of the broader development agenda for
New Uzbekistan.
The meeting brought together specialists from architecture,
urban planning, creative industries and academia, creating a
platform to discuss how expertise from these sectors can contribute
to the capital’s future development.
The government has previously emphasized the need for modern
urban planning to preserve green spaces, protect historical and
cultural heritage and ensure that transport and engineering
infrastructure develops alongside construction.
