On April 23–24, 2026, the 4th High-Level Regional Meeting on the transformation of food systems in Europe and Central Asia was held in Geneva, Switzerland.
The meeting was attended by several ministers, heads of government agencies, and representatives of international organizations from across the region, who exchanged views on key sectoral issues. Representing the Republic of Tajikistan, Mahmud Shirinzoda, the First Deputy Chairman of the Food Security Committee under the Government of the Republic of Tajikistan, delivered a detailed report.
During the session, participants conducted an in-depth review of critical issues regarding the sustainable development of food systems, including:
Ensuring food security and promoting sustainable food system growth.Enhancing the quality and competitiveness of agricultural products.Strengthening regional and international cooperation.Implementing innovative technologies and modern methods for food production, processing, and supply chains.
Participants paid particular attention to the following strategic priorities, sharing practical experiences and proposals:
Investment Attraction: Mobilizing funds for sectoral growth.
Capacity Building: Strengthening institutional frameworks.
Logistics Infrastructure: Developing efficient transport and storage networks.
Climate Adaptation: Adjusting the food sector to mitigate the impact of climate change.
In conclusion, the parties emphasized the importance of expanding multilateral cooperation. They expressed their readiness to implement joint initiatives and take coordinated measures to strengthen resilient and adaptive food systems.
