December 13-14, 2023: Key meeting to launch the regional partnership project WRHMS CA -PR206

13-14 December 2023, the Senior EU Programme Manager at the International Science and Technology Centre, Dr. Philippe Geffroy, and members of the ISTC SAC, Dr. Jean Muylaert, Dr. Alexandre Custaud , visited to the State Regulatory Authority for Chemical, Biological, Radiological and Nuclear Safety and Security Agency of the Tajikistan National Academy of Sciences.

During the target visit, discussions centered on the ISTC projects TJ2409 and TJ2412, which provided valuable insights into the approach, and results that could be relevant for the new regional partnership project WP206.

The Senior EU Programme Manager highlighted the objectives of the regional, focusing on radioactivity measurements, heavy metals, and Earth observations. They will also consider essential aspects such as equipment installation, measurement frequency, fieldwork implementation, maintenance, connectivity, sampling, analysis, and collection and exchange.

“To ensure effective collaboration, - Dr.Geffroy noted, -we will identify the institutions authorities responsible for water resources in each participating country and involve in the project. Understanding the expectations of these will be instrumental in shaping the project work plan.”

As the meeting drew to a close, the group outlined the next steps in the project timeline, ensuring that each member understood their roles and responsibilities moving forward.

The professionals expressed a shared commitment to not only achieving the study objectives of TJ2409 and TJ2412 but also to contributing to the sustainable management of water resources in the Syr Darya and Amu Darya region, which is vital for the ecological health and economic stability of the area.

The experts conveyed a mutual dedication to fulfilling the study goals of TJ2409 and TJ2412, while also aiding in the sustainable management of water resources in the Syr Darya and Amu Darya region, essential for the region's ecological health and economic stability.

The collaborative spirit and expertise within the room set a promising tone for the successful execution of this important initiative.