International Coordination of Water Sector Initiatives in Central Asia

Water resources and their management are a key policy area for Central Asian republics, as well as for international donors. The range of issues and approaches involved, the multitude of donors, and the lack of cooperation among Central Asian governments make coordination in this area a complex challenge.

This paper examines the various water sector coordination initiatives that exist, with an emphasis on EU initiatives, and considers their main achievements and shortcomings.