The Joint Call for Ceasefire initiated by Azerbaijan on September 21, the International Day of Peace, within its chairmanship at the 29th UN Climate Change Conference (COP29), has been supported by all member states of the Non-Aligned Movement, Report informs via Azerbaijan's Foreign Ministry.
Thus, 127 countries have joined the initiative at the moment.
"This initiative aims to highlight the connection between conflicts and climate change, the importance of finding collective solutions to protect the most vulnerable groups, as well as to encourage the positive momentum and cooperation that can lead to peace between nations. The call requests all parties to observe a ceasefire during November when the COP29 session takes place, and expresses confidence that humanity can overcome political problems and show solidarity regarding the fundamental message of COP29. The joint call for a ceasefire is supported not only by states but also by more than 1,000 international institutions, private sector representatives, civil society organizations, and influential public figures," the message notes.