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Summit in Samarkand, a boon for child wellbeing and health

UN News · Official source · Oct 21, 2026, 12:00 PM UTC

Representatives from across the international community are meeting in Samarkand, Uzbekistan, to ensure that children everywhere can thrive in a world marred by war, climate chaos and other fundamental challenges.

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