The role and contribution of the Conference on Interaction and Confidence Building Measures in Asia (CICA) in strengthening multilateral cooperation networks centered around the United Nations are now more important than ever, Special Representative of the UN Secretary-General for Central Asia Kaha Imnadze said during the 7th CICA Summit, APA reports.
He stated that connectivity plays an important role in expanding cooperation across the CICA region.
"Connectivity is not just about infrastructure. Transport corridors, railway routes, energy links and digital networks can serve as platforms not only for economic integration but also for dialogue and better mutual understanding based on the principles of openness and mutual benefit."
Imnadze noted that the UN has long-standing ties with CICA.
"In this context, I would like to express my gratitude for the close cooperation with the CICA Secretariat and member states within the framework of COMTA, the counterterrorism early warning network for Central Asia, a joint initiative of the United Nations Regional Centre for Preventive Diplomacy for Central Asia and the United Nations Office of Counter-Terrorism."