A delegation from Turkmenistan took part in the World Summit “Investing in Children’s Well-Being: A Path to Sustainable and Equitable Development for Future Generations,” which was held on October 21–22 in Samarkand. The forum was organized at the initiative of Uzbekistan with the participation of UN agencies, UNICEF, the World Health Organization, and the World Bank, according to the IIC of Turkmenistan.

Representatives from more than 100 countries participated in the summit. The main topics included the protection of children’s rights, health care, access to education, and the development of social support systems.

The program included plenary sessions, thematic sessions, the Second International Congress on Childhood Cancer, and specialized events. At the opening ceremony, a greeting from Uzbekistan’s President Shavkat Mirziyoyev and a message from UN Secretary-General António Guterres were read aloud.

Speakers included Khalilur Rahman, President of the 81st Session of the UN General Assembly; Ziroat Mirziyoyeva, First Lady of Uzbekistan; and Najat Maalla M’jid, Special Representative of the UN Secretary-General on Violence against Children.

In a video message, UN Deputy Secretary-General Amina Mohammed emphasized the importance of increasing investment in early childhood development, as well as ensuring equal access to quality health care and education.

As part of the summit, an interactive exhibition titled “The World Through a Child’s Eyes” was held. Its 13 thematic sections were dedicated to the protection of mothers and children, as well as the education and socialization of the younger generation.

At the conclusion of the forum, the participants unanimously adopted the Samarkand Declaration. The document established common commitments and practical guidelines for international cooperation in the field of children’s rights.