Dushanbe hosts Water Festival

The capital of Tajikistan hosted a Water Festival as part of the 4th International Water Conference, a Qazinform News Agency correspondent reports.

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It aims at raising awareness about the value of water as a vital resource and the importance of glaciers as key sources of clean drinking water.

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Photo credit: Kazinform

Particular attention was given to the responsible use and preservation of water resources for future generations.

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Photo credit: Kazinform

The festival was held at the Navruzghoh cultural and entertainment park featuring exhibitions of traditional crafts and national dishes of Tajikistan and other countries and a concert program.

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Diplomatic missions accredited in Dushanbe took an active part in the event showcasing their national culture, cuisine, and traditions.

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Photo credit: Kazinform

As written before, the Fourth High-Level International Conference on the Decade of Action “Water for Sustainable Development, 2018–2028” will take place in Dushanbe from May 25 to 28. It will gather more than 2,500 delegates from over 30 countries.