From 23 to 27 September 2024, a delegation from the Centre for Energy Diplomacy and Geopolitics at the Institute of Prospective International Studies, University of World Economy and Diplomacy (UWED), participated in an international seminar hosted by the World Bank in Oslo, Norway.

    The event was held within the framework of a multinational project aimed at establishing a regional electricity market in Central Asia, encompassing comprehensive measures to achieve the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).

   The seminar focused on acquiring practical knowledge and data-driven monitoring tools based on the operation of energy markets in Europe and South Africa. Participants engaged in in-depth discussions on the principles of integrating renewable energy sources, mechanisms to ensure the flexibility of energy systems, and regional strategies for sustainable energy supply.

   Within this forum, UWED’s Centre presented its own analytical developments and contributed to the formulation of methodological approaches for adapting international models to the specific conditions of Central Asian countries. Particular emphasis was placed on data exchange and the assessment of sustainability indicators, including the potential integration of digital platforms for monitoring purposes.

  UWED’s delegation’s involvement represented a significant contribution by the university to international cooperation in the collection, analysis, and interpretation of data aimed at advancing the SDGs. The knowledge and data acquired are intended to inform the development of scientific and practical recommendations for Uzbekistan’s governmental bodies and partner universities within programmes focused on sustainable energy and climate diplomacy.

   The seminar served as a vital platform for data exchange, strategy development, and the creation of joint scientific-analytical solutions at the regional level, thereby reinforcing UWED’s role in the international implementation of the Sustainable Development Goals.