Kyrgyz President Highlights Global Significance of First International Snow Leopard Day

Kyrgyzstan’s President Sadyr Japarov has marked the inaugural International Snow Leopard Day, a UN-recognized event born from Kyrgyz initiative, celebrating the majestic "ghost of the mountains."

In his statement, Japarov praised the global unity symbolized by the day, emphasizing the snow leopard’s role as a symbol of freedom, resilience, and national pride, The Caspian Post informs via Kyrgyz media.

He stressed that protecting the snow leopard means safeguarding vital mountain ecosystems that supply water to a third of the world’s population. The president invited people worldwide to join the “23 Minutes for the Snow Leopard” campaign, encouraging outdoor activities to honor nature’s fragile balance.

This day also resonates strongly in neighboring Kazakhstan, underscoring Central Asia’s leadership in wildlife conservation.