Kassym-Jomart Tokayev said at the 12th Summit of the Organization of Turkic States that in the current situation, it is necessary to pay special attention to the issue of energy.

– This is the pillar of our economy, the basis of our strategic partnership. Today we are implementing joint infrastructure projects. We are considering safe and convenient ways of energy transportation. The green energy corridor between Kazakhstan, Azerbaijan and Uzbekistan is an example of fruitful cooperation in this area. At the same time, we believe that special attention should be paid to renewable energy sources, primarily solar energy. In this regard, we propose to establish a Council of Best Practices on Energy Efficiency within the framework of the Organization of Turkic States. However, the development and effective use of oil and gas, uranium, coal, rare earth minerals remains the basis of Kazakhstan's energy strategy, - said the President.

According to the Head of State, water scarcity, which has now become a serious problem in the world, may soon become the most pressing challenge in Central Asia.

– Given that rivers and waters are a common good, we believe that new approaches are needed for their effective use. We can adopt a joint program to establish digital control over the irrigation system, widely use drip irrigation methods, and increase the efficiency of reservoirs. As you know, the Caspian Sea is shrinking. We are all concerned about this. The old Caspian has always had a special place for the Turkic people. It can be called a link between our peoples. In recent years, the decline in sea level has had a negative impact on the ecology and economy of the region. This is a global problem. I said this at the summit of the Shanghai Cooperation Organization and at the festive session of the United Nations General Assembly. As neighboring and bordering countries, we must pay special attention to improving the situation in the Caspian Sea. I call on the Turkic states to join forces in this direction, develop joint projects, and support international initiatives. Kazakhstan, with the support of the United Nations, plans to hold a regional summit in April next year. The topic: “A common vision for a sustainable future.” "We hope that the Turkic countries will actively participate in the work of this summit at a high level," said Kassym-Jomart Tokayev.