Bishkek, Oct. 15, 2026 /Kabar/. The 4th annual conference for judges, titled "Environmental Justice in the Context of Sustainable Development Goals: International Environmental Standards and National Approaches of Kyrgyz Republic," is currently underway in Kyrgyzstan. The event focuses on the application of international standards and the adaptation of national legislation to address challenges related to climate change.
The primary objective of the conference is to improve judicial practice in the field of environmental protection, implement international environmental law, and adapt national legislation to contemporary climate-related challenges. Particular attention is also given to the role of environmental justice in advancing Kyrgyzstan’s national priorities and achieving the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).
Participants include judges from the Supreme Court, the Constitutional Court, and local courts; representatives from the presidential administration, the Jogorku Kenesh (Parliament), the Cabinet of Ministers, relevant state agencies, the Prosecutor’s Office, and the legal profession; as well as scholars, environmental experts, and representatives from civil society and international organizations.
The forum is organized by the Supreme Court of the Kyrgyz Republic, the Association of Judges, and the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP).
