Bishkek, Oct. 20, 2026 /Kabar/. Ministry of Natural Resources, Ecology and Technical Supervision of Kyrgyzstan, led by Deputy Minister Almaz Musaev, is participating in the 17th meeting of the Conference of the Parties to the UN Convention on Biological Diversity (CBD COP-17), currently taking place in Armenia.
According to the ministry, the delegation has focused on advancing a relevant environmental agenda and advocating for the interests of mountain ecosystems.
The Kyrgyz delegation is drawing the international community’s attention to the urgent need for stronger measures to protect fragile high-altitude ecosystems. Throughout the conference, efforts are being made to highlight the specific challenges and unique requirements for preserving biodiversity in mountainous regions.
Furthermore, experts from the Kyrgyz delegation are actively involved in discussing and drafting CBD resolutions, ensuring that the republic’s national interests and environmental policy priorities are represented.
During a bilateral meeting with the Convention’s Secretariat, the parties discussed the practical implementation of the CBD’s provisions, and the Kyrgyz delegation provided an update on the country’s ongoing work in the field of biodiversity conservation.
At joint event with the UN World Food Programme, Deputy Minister Almaz Musaev emphasized the importance of fostering an environmental culture among the younger generation and instilling the principles of respect and care for nature from an early age.
