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How did the World Bank support efforts to restore the North Aral Sea?
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Aral Sea
Shrinkage of the Aral Sea, 1960–2014.
The World Bank supported the restoration of the North Aral Sea by providing funding for critical infrastructure projects in Kazakhstan.12
Specifically, the World Bank funded the construction of the Kok-Aral Dam, which was completed in 2005. This dam was designed to stabilize the water level of the northern portion of the sea, which lies entirely within Kazakhstan's borders. Additionally, the World Bank supported various projects along the Syr Darya river to help preserve the northern region. These efforts have been successful in stabilizing the North Aral Sea, allowing its water levels to recover and supporting the revival of regional industries.12