Minister: Becoming a country of clean environment among Azerbaijan's priorities

Azerbaijan is one of the main contributors to the green transition, currently recognized as a global priority, the Ecology and Natural Resources Minister of Azerbaijan, President of COP29 Mukhtar Babayev said, according to Report.

Speaking at the meeting “Sustainable path to a green future: joint activities during and after COP29”, held within the framework of the 6th World Forum of Intercultural Dialogue in Baku, the minister noted that one of the five national priorities for the socio-economic development of Azerbaijan until 2030 is defined as “a country of clean environment and green growth,”

In accordance with this, work is underway to improve the environment, restore and increase green spaces, ensure efficient use of water resources and sustainable energy sources.

"Today, the transition to an economically sustainable, clean and healthy future is one of the most pressing challenges. It is also a great responsibility that we face as a society. Given the growing pollution, dwindling natural resources and growing demand around the world, the transition to a green economy is of great importance," he said.

According to him, the agricultural sector, which suffers the most from climate change, is of great importance in the Azerbaijani economy.