At the plenary sessions of the World Summit “Investing in Children’s Wellbeing: A Pathway to Sustainable and Equitable Development for Future Generations”, under way in Samarkand, participants are discussing public policy centred on children’s interests and the priorities of international cooperation.
Representatives of states and governments, heads of international organisations and experts from around the world are focusing on developing social protection, health, education and child protection systems in harmony with one another to ensure children’s wellbeing.
- Investing in children — a strategic driver of long-term development and human capital.
- Social protection — identifying the needs of children and families early, expanding targeted services and ensuring equal opportunities.
- Child protection — preventing violence and other risks and strengthening effective protection mechanisms.
- Health — making investments in children’s health more effective.
- Early development and education — expanding quality, inclusive opportunities so that every child can realise their potential.
The core message of the discussions is that children’s wellbeing should be seen not as a separate social issue, but as a strategic priority that shapes countries’ long-term economic and social development.
From this perspective, the Samarkand Summit is becoming an important platform for dialogue, linking international experience with practical solutions, making investments in children more effective and strengthening cooperation between states.
Investing in children’s wellbeing today lays the foundation for a sustainable and just society tomorrow.