Afghanistan has set out its main environmental and climate priorities to international organisations and development partners, seeking more support for environmental protection projects.
According to sources, the priorities were presented at the eighth meeting held to align the priorities of Afghan government institutions with those of international organisations, the United Nations and development partners, at the Marble Palace in Kabul. The meeting was organised by the office of the Deputy Prime Minister for Economic Affairs, and the National Environmental Protection Agency outlined its focus areas.
They include building a climate change information system, assessing climate vulnerabilities, expanding green spaces, promoting tree planting, and monitoring greenhouse gas emissions and ozone-depleting substances.
The meeting aimed to improve coordination between Afghan institutions and international partners so that future development aid reflects the country's environmental needs. According to sources, representatives of international organisations and donor agencies welcomed the initiative and said the priorities would be taken into account in their future cooperation. Afghanistan faces drought, floods and other climate challenges that weigh on a population largely dependent on farming.