Within the framework of COP29, discussions were held on “decarbonization, harmonization of food systems and restoration of nature on the path of 1.5°C

Within the framework of the 29th Session of the Conference of parties to the UN Framework Convention on climate change, discussions were held on the topic “Decarbonization, harmonization of food systems and restoration of nature at 1.5°C”.

Minister of Climate Change and Environment of the United Arab Emirates Dr. Danish Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen, Ethiopian President Taye Atske Selassie, deputy prime minister and Finance Minister of the Republic of Fiji Biman Prasad, FAO Director General Gu Dongyu emphasized that proper use of land and water resources is one of the key factors in the fight against climate change. 

Speaking at the discussions, Minister of Agriculture Majnun Mammadov informed the participants about the initiatives of the government of Azerbaijan on the development of climate-resistant agriculture and the transformation of food systems. Noting that climate change has a negative impact on the agricultural sector, Minister spoke about sustainable agriculture, water management and climate adaptation strategies implemented to eliminate problems of scarcity of water resources, salinization of soils.

Informing participants about the Baku Harmony Climate Initiative for Farmers, Minister Majnun Mammadov said that this initiative aims to promote investments in food systems that have a positive impact on the climate by bringing together global partners and provide stronger support, especially for women and young people.

Emphasizing the importance of global cooperation in the climate-sustainable development of the agricultural sector of Azerbaijan, Minister noted that our country, in cooperation with international partners, adheres to the principles of developing sustainable agricultural practices and ensuring a climate-sustainable future.

The event participants exchanged views on the transformation of food systems, innovative models and policies to reduce the impact of climate change on the agricultural sector and increase productivity, decarbonization and restoration of nature, strategies for achieving sustainable transitions in land use, financing of sustainable land use, financial models for the transformation of agricultural and food systems and other topical topics. It was noted that this event, held within the framework of COP29, will lead to positive results in terms of expanding cooperation between countries in the fields of food security, sustainability and nature conservation and promoting global measures against climate change.