The European Commission will support Armenia in the introduction of modern environmental standards and the implementation of relevant programs

ArmInfo. On October 27, RA Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan received Jessica Roswall, European Commissioner for Environment, Water Sustainability and a Competitive Circular Economy.

According to a statement from the government's press service, the Prime Minister welcomed Jessica Roswall's participation in the 17th Conference of the Parties to the Convention on Biological Diversity (COP17), which is taking place in Armenia, and expressed hope for interesting and productive discussions. At the same time, Nikol Pashinyan emphasized the importance of close cooperation with the European Commission in the fields of environmental protection and water management. The head of state noted that one of the priorities of the Armenian government is improving the efficiency of water resource management. The Prime Minister added that the government's goal is to implement European standards in various sectors and, in this regard, emphasized the need for continued support from the European Commission.

Jessica Roswall noted that the COP-17 conference is being held at a high level and congratulated the Prime Minister on this occasion. According to the European Commissioner, the discussions focus on advancing the green agenda. She expressed hope for support from participating states. At the same time, the European Commissioner expressed support for Armenia in introducing modern environmental standards and implementing relevant programs.

During the meeting, an exchange of views took place on the development of intensive agriculture, as well as other issues of mutual interest.