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A look back at the key moments from the first day of COP17 in Yerevan. From the opening plenary and the election of the COP17 President to high-level discussions, international cooperation, and new initiatives for biodiversity. The journey from commitments to action has begun. #COP17Armenia #BiodiversityAction #ForAction
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🇦🇲🌿 What’s happening at the Armenia Pavilion today? 📅 21 October | COP17 Blue Zone Explore today’s programme, featuring discussions on ecosystem restoration, international cooperation, biodiversity science, and the conservation of wetlands and peatlands. The Pavilion also offers daily cultural experiences, traditional Armenian treats, and a dedicated VR Corner. #COP17Armenia #BiodiversityAction #ForAction
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🌿 Protecting the Rights of Indigenous Peoples and Local Communities: A Key Focus of COP17 Indigenous Peoples and local communities play a vital role in biodiversity conservation. At COP17, particular attention is given to protecting their rights, recognizing traditional knowledge, and ensuring their full and effective participation in environmental decision-making. Their knowledge and experience are essential to developing effective and inclusive solutions for nature conservation. #COP17Armenia #BiodiversityAction #ForAction
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🌍 Many Voices. One Shared Commitment to Nature. COP17 in Yerevan brings together people from across the world, reflecting a diversity of cultures, experiences, and perspectives united by a common goal: protecting our planet’s biodiversity. Beyond the official sessions and negotiations, the conference is also a place for cultural exchange, meaningful connections, and dialogue that crosses borders. 🌿 Different voices, shared responsibility, and a collective commitment to a future where people and nature thrive together. #COP17Armenia #BiodiversityAction #ForAction
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H.E. Amb. @sahak_sargsyan🇦🇲 was pleased to receive H.E. Ciarán Madden, Ambassador-designate of #Ireland🇮🇪 to #Ethiopia🇪🇹 @IrlEmbEthiopia at @armembeth . The sides exchanged thoughts on prospects of bilateral cooperation & multilateral engagement! @MFAofArmenia @dfatirl
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🇦🇲🇺🇳 COP17 officially begins in Yerevan. During the opening plenary session of the 17th meeting of the Conference of the Parties to the Convention on Biological Diversity, Armenia’s Minister of Environment, Hambardzum Matevosyan, was elected President of COP17 for a two-year term, assuming responsibility for leading the Conference proceedings. In his opening remarks, the COP17 President emphasized the need to accelerate biodiversity action and turn commitments into tangible results to achieve the goals set for 2030. Armenia’s COP17 Presidency will be guided by the principles of open dialogue, inclusiveness, and mutual respect, facilitating consensus among Parties and ensuring the meaningful participation of all stakeholders. 🌿 Yerevan becomes a platform for turning shared commitments into concrete action for nature and future generations. #COP17Armenia #BiodiversityAction #ForAction
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📌 ANNOUNCEMENT: Organizing Press Conferences During COP17 Dear Colleagues, To organize a press conference during COP17, a request must be submitted in advance. For press conferences organized on behalf of the Government of the Republic of Armenia, please contact the following email addresses to schedule a time slot: 📧 [email protected] 📧 [email protected] Armenian NGOs and other organizations must submit their requests through the online form: 🔗 forms.cloud.microsoft/e/cJZg… The topic of the press conference must align with the objectives of COP17 and be of interest to the media. Before submitting a request, organizers must: ▪️ Clearly define the purpose and topic of the press conference. ▪️ Confirm the participation of speakers. ▪️ Indicate preferred and alternative dates and times. ▪️ Have relevant information materials prepared or under development. ▪️ Designate a person responsible for coordinating organizational arrangements.
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🇦🇲🇺🇳 🌿 The COP17 Opening Ceremony: Where Art Meets Nature. The diversity of world cultures, the beauty of nature, and the power of the natural elements came together on stage, highlighting the inseparable connection between humanity and nature. The opening show carried a clear message: we are part of nature, and protecting its rich biodiversity is our shared responsibility. #COP17Armenia #BiodiversityAction #ForAction
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🖇 “It is precisely at this stage that leadership takes on particular significance. Let Yerevan be remembered not only as a milestone where we took stock of the progress achieved, but also as the place where we reaffirmed our commitment and determination to fully deliver on our pledges and charted a path toward the accelerated implementation of the Global Biodiversity Framework by 2030.” Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan attended the opening ceremony of COP17. #COP17Armenia #BiodiversityAction #ForAction
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📌 The COP17 Green Zone agenda is now available. From 19 to 30 October, the Green Zone at the Karen Demirchyan Sports and Concert Complex will serve as a public space for thematic discussions, exhibitions, workshops, educational and cultural activities. 🟢 The Green Zone is open to everyone. We invite you to explore the programme, discover events of interest and plan your visit in advance. 🔗 cop17yerevangreenzone.com/ag… #COP17Armenia #BiodiversityAction #ForAction
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📌 Dear COP17 participants, The programmes for the conference’s Blue and Green Zones are now available. 🟢 The Green Zone is open to everyone. 🔵 Access to the Blue Zone is restricted to accredited participants. The Blue Zone programme indicates whether each event is open or closed. Please review the programmes and participation requirements in advance to make the most of your time at COP17. cbd.int/conferences/2026/sch…
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🎥🌿 Some of the key priorities of the Leaders’ Summit on Biodiversity and COP17 from the perspectives of high-level international guests.
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🔴 The official opening ceremony of the 17th meeting of the Conference of the Parties to the UN Convention on Biological Diversity (COP17), featuring also the speech by Armenia’s Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Trade, Ararat Mirzoyan. youtube.com/live/iw8kutS86rc…
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🌟 Celebrating Aragatsotn Region Day! Discover the incredible economic potential and rich growth of one of Armenia’s most promising regions. From ancient traditions to modern innovations, Aragatsotn is rapidly transforming into a thriving hub.  A Thriving Hub for Winemaking: 🍷 Home to the country’s largest winery alongside several globally renowned wine producers, the region generated nearly 2.95 million liters of wine worth approximately 4.58 billion AMD in 2025 alone.  Advanced Greenhouse & Agricultural Growth: 🍃 Modern high-tech greenhouse complexes utilizing advanced technology are thriving across the region, successfully producing flowers and berries.  Leader in Green Energy & Solar Power: ☀️ Blessed with abundant sunshine, the region hosts numerous operational industrial solar power plants with a total capacity of around 100 MW. This is further boosted by massive upcoming international investments, including a monumental 200 MW solar plant initiative valued at roughly 180 million USD.  Emerging Tourism & Winter Paradise: ⛷️ Ambitious mountain resort developments in the region are booming, welcoming tens of thousands of winter sports enthusiasts and tourists during the recent 2025–2026 season.  💡 Why Aragatsotn Shines: With vast agricultural lands, ideal logistics along major highways, and hundreds of thousands of annual visitors, the province offers exceptional opportunities for future growth in hospitality, green energy, and advanced agriculture.  Drop a comment below: 👇 What is your favorite spot to visit in Aragatsotn? #AragatsotnProvinceDay #Armenia #Aragatsotn #Investments #SolarEnergy Disclaimer: We do not own the rights to the images/media featured in this post. All rights and credits belong entirely to their respective original owners.
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Deputy Minister @RAbisoghomonyan delivered opening remarks at Global Youth Biodiversity Summit, kicked off ahead of #COP17, highlighting power of youth-led innovation, international partnerships & fresh ideas to turn ambition into action.
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📜 🌿On 16 October, at the conclusion of the plenary session of the Leaders for Nature Summit, the Yerevan Declaration - Taking Action for Nature was delivered. The Declaration reaffirms commitment to the implementation of the Kunming–Montreal Global Biodiversity Framework, including the mission to halt and reverse biodiversity loss by 2030 and achieve the vision of living in harmony with nature by 2050. Full text is available below cop17yerevan.am/en/press-rel…
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Deputy Minister @RAbisoghomonyan presided over afternoon plenary & closing sessions of Leaders’ Summit on Biodiversity. When concluding, DM highlighted that momentum generated at Summit will provide political impetus to #COP17 & collective efforts to implement KMGBF.
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✅ Leaders’ Summit on Biodiversity 🦋🇦🇲
Successful Leaders’ Summit on Biodiversity was held today in #Yerevan. It brought together high-level delegations from nearly 50 countries & int’l organizations, as well as senior officials, representatives of leading environmental & biodiversity orgs, & Indigenous Peoples.
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🌍 The Leaders’ Summit on Biodiversity: A Day in Review. Today, Yerevan brought together leaders from different countries and international partners to discuss biodiversity conservation priorities and the importance of collective action for nature. The day's highlights in one video. 🇦🇲🌿 #COP17Armenia #BiodiversityAction #ForAction
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