Gulzoda Mahmadshoh, Chairman of the Committee of the Majlisi Namoyandagon of the Majlisi Oli of the Republic of Tajikistan on International Affairs, Public Associations and Information, participated in the joint sessions of the 25th Winter Meeting of the OSCE Parliamentary Assembly, held on 19–20 February of this year in Vienna, Republic of Austria.
The event featured comprehensive deliberations on a broad spectrum of issues related to strengthening security, advancing democratic development, safeguarding human rights, as well as addressing economic and environmental challenges. Particular attention was devoted to reinforcing regional peace based on the concept of comprehensive security, enhancing coordinated efforts to counter economic and environmental security challenges, and ensuring the transparency and integrity of electoral processes amid hybrid threats.
It was emphasized that the Winter Meeting of the Assembly contributes significantly to fostering constructive dialogue between the legislative and executive branches of the participating States and serves as an important preparatory stage for the 33rd Annual Session of the Assembly, scheduled to take place in July of this year in The Hague.
During the session of the General Committee on Political Affairs and Security, Gulzoda Mahmadshoh underscored that peace and stability constitute essential prerequisites for the advancement of interstate cooperation and provide a solid foundation for strengthening mutual trust among nations. He highlighted their crucial role in conflict prevention and in promoting mutual understanding. In this context, he recalled the initiative of the President of the Republic of Tajikistan, Leader of the Nation, His Excellency
Emomali Rahmon, concerning the proposal of a special resolution on proclaiming the “Decade for Strengthening Peace for Future Generations,” presented at the rostrum of the United Nations General Assembly, and called upon participating States to support this initiative.
At the session of the General Committee on Economic Affairs, Science, Technology and Environment, attention was drawn to the international initiatives of the Republic of Tajikistan in the areas of water and climate, the application of modern technologies, including artificial intelligence, and the promotion of renewable energy development. Participating States and development partners were invited to attend the High-Level International Conference within the framework of the Dushanbe Water Process, to be held from 25 to 28 May of this year in the Republic of Tajikistan.
During the session of the General Committee on Democracy, Human Rights and Humanitarian Questions, matters pertaining to the implementation of the Republic of Tajikistan’s commitments within the OSCE human dimension were examined, and the country’s position on strengthening constructive cooperation in this field was articulated.
At the conclusion of the event, a meeting was held between the parliamentary delegations of the Central Asian countries and the OSCE Parliamentary Assembly Special Representative for Central Asia. The discussions focused on enhancing regional cooperation, advancing joint initiatives, and implementing projects in priority areas.
Furthermore, particular emphasis was placed on the development of relations between the Republic of Tajikistan and the OSCE within the framework of the three dimensions of cooperation — politico-military, economic and environmental, and human. The parties also exchanged views on the regional situation, including developments in Afghanistan, counterterrorism efforts, and the expansion of cooperation in the fields of water and climate.
