The Samarkand Summit is an important opportunity to turn shared goals into concrete practical action and to strengthen effective policy and international cooperation.
Ahead of the World Summit “Investing in Children’s Wellbeing: A Path to Sustainable and Equitable Development for Future Generations”, held in Samarkand on 21–22 October, the UN Resident Coordinator in the Republic of Uzbekistan, Sabine Mahl, shared her thoughts on the significance of the event and the work being done in Uzbekistan to protect children’s health.
She stressed that investing in children is investing in Uzbekistan’s future, and noted how important it is for every child to grow up healthy, protected and educated, fully realizing their potential.