Emomali Rahmon is a messenger of global peace and guardian of biodiversity and glaciers.
Author: Yaqub Yasna, writer and researcher (Afghanistan), member of the Sangar Advisory Council
Original article: پیامآور و پاسدار
In our tumultuous age, where extremism, drug trafficking, wars, and environmental crises threaten human life, there is still hope for a sustainable future. Among political leaders striving for peace and stability, the figure of Emomali Rahmon, the President of Tajikistan, stands out. His efforts to preserve ecosystems and glaciers, both in Tajikistan and on a global scale, deserve special attention.
Emomali Rahmon plays a pivotal role in promoting peace and stability within Tajikistan and in its neighboring regions. He is the founder of peace and independence for his people, and his achievements serve as an example for many other countries seeking to overcome conflicts. President Rahmon consistently emphasizes that peace is the greatest achievement of the Tajik people, which must be protected and valued.
Role in the Regional and International Community
Emomali Rahmon views peace as a collective necessity and actively employs transnational diplomacy to achieve it. At international forums, including the United Nations General Assembly, he addresses global threats such as terrorism, extremism, drug trafficking, and climate change. He emphasizes that security, peace, and sustainable development necessitate the collective efforts of nations, urging world leaders to follow his example in environmental protection and peacebuilding initiatives.
Water Diplomacy: National and Global Initiatives
One of the key features of Emomali Rahmon’s foreign policy is the emphasis on environmental issues, such as glacier preservation and the fight against global warming. Tajikistan, a mountainous country with rich water resources, recognizes the critical importance of managing its water resources effectively. President Rahmon presents his country as a pioneer of water diplomacy, actively participating in international conferences and initiatives aimed at glacier preservation.
At one such conference in Dushanbe, Rahmon emphasized that without decisive action to protect glaciers, humanity will face a humanitarian catastrophe affecting socio-economic and food security.
Ecological Ethics in Emomali Rahmon’s Views
In his official speeches, Emomali Rahmon underscores the inseparable connection between humans and nature, the importance of respecting women, raising future generations, and ensuring a bright future. He warns of the consequences of ignoring water and climate crises, which can lead to conflicts and tragedies. Instead, Rahmon advocates for international cooperation and transforming natural resources into a foundation for peace and joint development.
Emomali Rahmon exemplifies a leader who chooses a sustainable path to development and peace even in the face of global crises. His initiative to end the civil war and his efforts in ecology shape a future that harmoniously integrates local and international interests.
Today, Emomali Rahmon is rightly recognized as a messenger of peace, a protector of biodiversity, and a guardian of glaciers. His commitment to the fate of humanity and nature underscores the importance of such leaders in the modern world, whose actions are vital for preserving our shared future.
