A fruitful meeting between Ambassador Ravshan Usmanov of Uzbekistan and Amos Kuraj, director of international affairs of "The Aspinall Foundation," alongside experts Tony King and Stewart Robertson, has paved the way for potential collaboration in Asiatic cheetah conservation efforts, Dunyo reports.
Interest in Asiatic Cheetah Conservation
Amos Kuraj highlighted the keen interest of the British organization in Uzbekistan's initiative to re-breed Asiatic cheetahs, a project showcased during the CMS COP14 international conference held in Samarkand from February 12-17. Acknowledging Uzbekistan's commitment to tripling the number of protected natural areas and accelerating wildlife breeding projects during 2024-2027, Kuraj expressed readiness to explore collaborative opportunities.
Commitment to Endangered Species Preservation
Discussions during the meeting centered on the preservation and breeding of endangered animals worldwide, with British representatives expressing agreement to participate in Uzbekistan's initiatives. The Aspinall Foundation affirmed its commitment to projects involving the re-breeding, conservation, and analysis of Asiatic cheetahs, alongside other critical aspects of wildlife preservation.
Establishing Cooperation
To delve deeper into collaborative tasks, a special meeting will be organized to facilitate cooperation between The Aspinall Foundation and Uzbekistan's Ministry of Environmental Protection and Climate Change, as well as the Academy of Sciences of Uzbekistan. This platform will enable detailed discussions on conservation strategies and project implementation.
The Aspinall Foundation
Founded in 1984, The Aspinall Foundation is an international charity dedicated to protecting endangered animals worldwide. With a mission to return captive animals to protected wildlife areas and sanctuaries, the organization focuses on breeding, caring for, and designing sanctuaries for rare and endangered species. Notable projects include initiatives involving gorillas, elephants, rhinoceroses, giraffes, and Asian cheetahs, among others, aimed at reintroducing these species into their natural habitats.
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