UN and Turkmenistan sign new Cooperation Framework for Sustainable Development

AKIPRESS.COM - The United Nations and the Government of Turkmenistan have signed the Sustainable Development Cooperation Framework (Cooperation Framework) that will guide the work of the Government of Turkmenistan and the UN system until 2025.
The presentation of the Cooperation Framework made by the Minister of Foreign Affairs, UN Resident Coordinator and the Heads of UN Agencies in Turkmenistan gathered the diplomatic corps, national partners, media and academia.
Speaking at the presentation, the Minister of Foreign Affairs noted that the cooperation of Turkmenistan and UN covers almost all main areas - from peace to gender equality, from environment to protecting the rights of migrants and these are common tasks for the Government of Turkmenistan and UN.
The Cooperation Framework aims to support the country in implementing the national priorities and achieving the Sustainable Development Goals. It will be realized under three strategic areas:
People-centered governance and rule of law;
Inclusive, green, and sustainable economic growth
Quality, inclusive and affordable health, education, and social protection.
The presentation was followed by the signing the Sustainable Development Cooperation Framework by the Minister of Foreign Affairs and the UN Resident Coordinator and the media briefing.