By the decision of Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan, Hambardzum Matevosyan, Minister of Environment of the RA, will participate in the 12th plenary session of the Intergovernmental Science-Policy Platform on Biodiversity and Ecosystem Services (IPBES-12), to be held in Manchester, United Kingdom, from February 2–5.
IPBES-12 provides a platform for states, scientists, and policymakers to discuss biodiversity and ecosystem services, address challenges, and explore solutions. It also allows countries to receive scientifically grounded recommendations and turn them into informed policy decisions.
In the context of hosting COP17, participation in IPBES-12 offers Armenia access to scientific knowledge, policy guidance, international cooperation opportunities, and financial support that can strengthen biodiversity conservation and sustainable development. It also opens avenues for bilateral cooperation with the United Kingdom.