- Thematic Component: General
- Country: All region, Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan, Turkmenistan, Uzbekistan
On December 7, 2021, the 10th phase of the Border Management Programme in Central Asia (BOMCA 10) was officially launched at the project Opening Conference in Bishkek, Kyrgyzstan. During the event, the goals and objectives of the Programme and plans for its implementation in all five countries of the region were presented to the participants. "BOMCA very well represents the spirit of the EU-Central Asia cooperation, which aims to facilitate regional integration. The European Union considers that regional cooperation and integration offer the best tools for addressing common challenges, and are instrumental in ensuring security and stability", - noted Ms. Terhi Hakala, EU Special Representative for Central Asia, in her welcoming speech.