Leaders of Central Asian parliamentary delegations gathered in Dushanbe on Wednesday for the Fourth Inter-Parliamentary Forum of Central Asian States, focusing on regional peace, security and prosperity.

The forum, held at Tajikistan’s parliament under the theme “Unity for the Sake of Peace, Security and Prosperity in Central Asia,” was chaired by Rustam Emomali, chairman of the National Assembly of Tajikistan and mayor of Dushanbe.

Participants included Tanzila Narbaeva, chairperson of Uzbekistan’s Senate; Aibek Dadebay, Speadke of Kazakhstan’s Kurultai; Dunyagozel Gulmanova, chairperson of Turkmenistan’s Mejlis; and Mederbek Aliev, first deputy speaker of Kyrgyzstan’s Jogorku Kenesh.

Rustam Emomali opened the forum by welcoming the delegates and underscoring the importance of regular inter-parliamentary dialogue in strengthening regional cooperation.

He said the forum, established following a decision at a Consultative Meeting of Central Asian heads of state, reflected the increasingly systematic and strategic nature of cooperation among the region’s countries.

Rustam Emomali noted that regional ties were expanding amid changing geopolitical conditions, supported by shared interests, mutually beneficial cooperation and efforts to strengthen economic potential.

He also highlighted the role of parliaments in establishing legal frameworks for regional cooperation, implementing agreements reached by national leaders and ensuring their practical application.

Tajikistan remains committed to promoting peace and stability, strengthening regional security, expanding cooperation and advancing constructive multilateral dialogue, he said.

The participating parliamentary leaders also delivered remarks, sharing their views on key regional issues and the forum’s agenda.

Participants expressed confidence that the meeting would strengthen inter-parliamentary ties and further develop friendly and mutually beneficial relations among Central Asian countries.

The forum concluded with the adoption of the Dushanbe Declaration, addressing the issues on the agenda.