ArmInfo. Deputy Foreign Minister of Armenia Robert Abisogomonyan took part in and delivered a speech at the general debate on "Current and Emerging Policy Issues for Inclusive and Sustainable Development in the Asia-Pacific Region", held within the framework of the 81st session of the United Nations Economic and Social Commission for Asia and the Pacific (UNESCAP) in Bangkok.
According to the press service of the Armenian Foreign Ministry, in his speech Abisogomonyan noted that the meeting is a good opportunity to exchange views on the progress achieved in the implementation of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), current challenges and future steps.
The Deputy Foreign Minister stressed the importance of cooperation between Armenia and UNESCAP in the areas of promoting green economy, environmental protection, human capital development, as well as interconnectivity.
Speaking about the importance of international support aimed at reducing the vulnerability of countries to climate change, the Deputy Foreign Minister of Armenia emphasized the need to create sustainable infrastructure and implement warning and preparedness systems. In this context, Abisogomonyan presented the human losses and material damage caused by the devastating floods that occurred in the northern regions of Armenia last year.
At the same time, the Armenian diplomat attached particular importance to holding the COP17 Biodiversity Conference in Yerevan in 2026 as an important platform for cooperation on biodiversity and climate change. It was emphasized that Armenia, as the host country of the conference, has adopted an inclusive approach to ensure the participation of civil society, international organizations and all other stakeholders.
Touching upon the peace agenda adopted by Armenia, the Deputy Foreign Minister presented the participants with the concept of the Armenian government "Crossroads of Peace" and emphasized its potential as an important guarantee for ensuring economic interdependence and building peace both in the South Caucasus and beyond.
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