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Our choice is guided by a firm commitment to peace, a determination to advance cooperation, and a shared responsibility to build a more secure and prosperous future.
@IISS_org
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🌎 A New Chapter in the History of Global Biodiversity Governance
The 17th meeting of the Conference of the Parties to the Convention on Biological Diversity (COP17), held in Yerevan, has officially concluded.
Although negotiations were repeatedly prolonged, particularly during the plenary session of the working group, a historic achievement was reached: the rules of procedure of the Subsidiary Body on Article 8(j) of the Convention were officially adopted.
❗️ Why is this a landmark development?
Article 8(j) is a key provision of the UN Convention on Biological Diversity concerning Indigenous Peoples and local communities.
Implementing this mandate through a permanent subsidiary body fundamentally changes the balance of influence and participation.
✅ Permanent participation: It ensures that Indigenous Peoples and local communities have a permanent voice in decision-making processes at the institutional level, rather than participating through temporary, ad hoc groups.
✅ Rights and recognition: It ensures that traditional knowledge about nature and community-led conservation practices are incorporated into global climate policy on a legal basis.
✅ Direct impact: It strengthens financing and resource allocation mechanisms, making them directly accessible to communities that have demonstrated their effectiveness in protecting ecosystems around the world.
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Happy Tavush region day !⭐
🌿 Tavush: Growing Through Local Potential
Nestled in the heart of Armenia’s beautiful northeast, Tavush is building its future around three key sectors: agriculture, food processing, and tourism.
From agricultural initiatives and wholegrain bread production to saffron cultivation and rural tourism, the region continues to create new opportunities for local communities, businesses, and visitors.
🎉 FESTIVALS THAT BRING COMMUNITIES TOGETHER
Local festivals play an important role in promoting regional traditions, showcasing local products, and attracting visitors:
🎨 Arts and Crafts Festival – Dilijan
🌿 Haybuis Festival – Ijevan
🌾 Berd Agrofest – Berd
🍇 Vodka Festival – Noyemberyan
🌾 BERD AGROFEST: CELEBRATING LOCAL PRODUCE AND RURAL LIFE
Held near the villages of Norashen and Verin Karmiraghbyur in Berd Municipality, Berd Agrofest is an annual agro-tourism festival dedicated to promoting local agriculture, rural entrepreneurship, and community development.
Successfully held in 2025 and 2026, the festival has brought together more than 50 local farmers, producers, and artisans, while welcoming over 1,000 visitors and tourists each year.
More than a festival, it is a vibrant meeting point connecting local producers with consumers and showcasing the unique potential of Tavush’s border communities.
💚 Discover Tavush — where nature, tradition, and local entrepreneurship come together to create meaningful experiences and new opportunities.
A region rich in potential, where every initiative brings communities closer to a more vibrant and sustainable future.
#Tavush #Agrotourism #SustainableDevelopment
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They called him the Vardapet of song, but Avetik Isahakyan was much more than a poet – he was the eternal wanderer who carried the aching, beautiful soul of Armenia across continents. 🌍✨
Long before modern playlists captured our melancholy, Isahakyan was writing the soundtrack to the Armenian spirit. From the sweeping, philosophical desolation of Abu-Lala Mahari to lyrics so deeply tender they feel like whispered secrets, his verses bridge the ancient world and modern longing. He roamed Europe and the East, soaked in philosophy, yet every line he forged ultimately returned to the rugged beauty of his homeland.
Few writers could make sorrow sound so majestic or capture the essence of a nation with just a few strokes of a pen.
Read Isahakyan today, and you’ll realize: the great wanderer never really left us. His words still echo in the autumn wind. 📖🍂🇦🇲
Happy heavenly birthday ,Vardapet!
#AvetikIsahakyan #ArmenianLiterature #Poetry
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💚 As COP17 concludes in Yerevan, Astrid Schomaker expresses her appreciation to Armenia, the COP17 Presidency, and everyone who contributed to the Conference.
🎥 Watch her message.
#COP17Armenia #BiodiversityAction #ForAction
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🇪🇨🌿 Ecuador to Host CBD COP18 in 2028!
During the closing plenary of COP17 in Yerevan, Ecuador was selected to host the 18th meeting of the Conference of the Parties to the Convention on Biological Diversity (CBD COP18) in 2028.
Congratulations to Ecuador! We look forward to continued international cooperation and progress towards our shared global biodiversity goals.
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🌍 The Yerevan Pathway Adopted at COP17
Parties at COP17 have adopted the “Yerevan Pathway” to accelerate implementation of the Kunming–Montreal Global Biodiversity Framework.
The decision outlines priorities for collective action, including the implementation of national plans, mobilization of financial resources, stronger science and monitoring, and broader participation across all sectors of society.
The Yerevan Pathway marks a key outcome of COP17, supporting progress towards achieving global biodiversity targets by 2030.
#COP17Armenia #BiodiversityAction #ForAction
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At “Nature & Peace” event during #COP17, highlighted close links between biodiversity, peace & sustainable development.
Lasting peace opens new opportunities for environmental protection, stronger resilience & cooperation, contributing to shared prosperity & sustainable future.
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Delivered closing remarks at #COP17 Women’s Forum, highlighting 🇦🇲’s efforts to advance gender-responsive implementation of Global Biodiversity Framework.
Emphasized women’s vital role in ecosystem conservation, sustainable resource management & preserving traditional knowledge.
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Delivered closing remarks at launch of Yerevan Platform on Mountains & Related Freshwater Ecosystems, flagship initiative of 🇦🇲 #COP17 Presidency.
Highlighted its role in strengthening partnerships & advancing concrete action for conservation of these vital ecosystems.
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🌿 Armenia’s Regions at the COP17 Green Zone
Armenia’s regions are represented at the COP17 Green Zone, showcasing their local initiatives, unique characteristics, and environmental projects.
This video features the regions of Shirak, Lori, and Tavush. The series continues.
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🌍 COP17 Through the Eyes of Its Participants
COP17 has brought together delegates and international partners from around the world in Yerevan.
🎤 What has stood out to them during the conference? How do they describe the organization and their experience in Armenia?
#COP17Armenia #BiodiversityAction #ForAction
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🏔️National Geographic recognises Armenia as one of The Best Places in the World to Travel to in 2027, and our team at Enterprise Armenia wants to celebrate by bringing together some of our hiking photos, sharing our love for the country and the natural beauty that makes it so special.
We invite you to experience Armenia through our eyes.
National Geographic’s feature highlights the Transcaucasian Trail, a long-distance hiking route that invites adventure-loving travelers to discover Armenia beyond its best-known landmarks, exploring its mountain landscapes, cultural heritage, and rural communities along the way.
We’re happy to see Armenia receiving this international recognition and look forward to welcoming more travelers to discover our country.
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World Champion! 🥇🇦🇲
Incredible grit, unmatched determination, and a performance for the history books!
Karen Aslanyan has officially conquered the world, taking home the Gold Medal in the 63 kg Greco-Roman division at the World Wrestling Championships in Astana!
Շնորհավորում ենք չեմպիոնին: 🇦🇲💪
#WorldChampion #TeamArmenia
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At @COP17_Arm2026, delivered opening remarks at 🇦🇲 Presidency - @iaeaorg event on freshwater biodiversity.
Highlighted role of science, innovative technologies & international cooperation in protecting & restoring freshwater ecosystems, including Lake Sevan.
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Delivered closing remarks at @COP17_Arm2026 high-level event launching 🇦🇲 Presidency’s Target 18 initiative, aimed at reforming biodiversity-harmful incentives, mobilizing finance for nature & translating global commitments into national action.
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🌿 COP17: 14 Decisions Adopted During the First Week
During the first week of COP17 negotiations in Yerevan, Parties adopted 14 decisions under the Convention on Biological Diversity and its Cartagena and Nagoya Protocols.
The decisions address key issues, including biosafety, invasive alien species, gender equality, awareness-raising, compliance, and monitoring.
CBD Executive Secretary Astrid Schomaker highlighted the extensive negotiations, constructive dialogue, and consensus-building efforts behind these outcomes.
The first week's progress marks an important step forward, while the ultimate measure of success will be the tangible difference these decisions make for nature and people.
🌍 One week completed. Another important week of negotiations ahead.
#COP17Armenia #BiodiversityAction #ForAction
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Delivered opening remarks at @COP17_Arm2026 high-level dialogue on human rights-based biodiversity action.
Highlighted close link between biodiversity conservation & human rights, emphasizing inclusive approaches, transparency & meaningful participation of all stakeholders.
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🌿 The COP17 Green Zone: A Space for Nature, Innovation, and Collaboration
COP17 President and Armenia’s Minister of Environment, Hambardzum Matevosyan, visited the Green Zone, exploring environmental initiatives, educational programmes, and innovative solutions.
The Green Zone brings together representatives of science, business, education, culture, and civil society, creating opportunities to discover new ideas, exchange experiences, and engage in biodiversity conservation initiatives.
🌍 COP17 is for everyone. Join the action for nature!
📍 Karen Demirchyan Sports and Concert Complex
#COP17Armenia #BiodiversityAction #ForAction
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At #COP17 Roundtable on Mobilizing Business Leadership for Nature, highlighted vital role of private sector in advancing biodiversity goals thru sustainable trade, investment & innovation.
Emphasized connection btw environmental & economic diplomacy, fostering new business ties.
