Events
Strengthening Information Integrity on Climate Change and Other Environmental Issues
Venue: “Seven Visions Hotel”, Yerevan
Date: May 27, 2025
Time: 10AM – 11:30AM
On May 27, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Armenia, in collaboration with the Partnership for Information and Democracy, will host a close door session on “Strengthening Information Integrity on Climate Change and Other Environmental Issues”.
The event will provide a platform to discuss key issues in the lead-up to COP17, which will be hosted in 2026 by Armenia. It aims to showcase and highlight challenges within the information landscape concerning environmental protection, especially biodiversity.
International Meeting on Implementation and Resource Mobilization for UNESCO Operational Strategy for Small Island Developing States (2023-2029)
Venue: “Seven Visions Hotel”, Yerevan
Date: May 27, 2025
Time: 9AM – 12:30PM
UNESCO Operational Strategy for Small Island Developing States (2023-2029), adopted at the 42nd session of the General Conference in 2023, is a UNESCO policy and strategic planning document that serves as an official framework for guiding UNESCO’s actions and initiatives to support the SIDS in addressing their unique challenges related to climate resilience, education, technological advancements, and socio-economic development.
Its implementation depends on robust partnerships and active multi-stakeholder engagement, ensuring a coordinated and effective approach to addressing the challenges faced by the SIDS.
The international meeting aims to take stock of the progress in the Strategy implementation and to discuss the further actions and resource mobilization.
The international meeting will be organized by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Armenia and the Armenian National Commission for UNESCO.
It will bring together a diverse group of stakeholders, including the representatives of SIDS countries and UNESCO member states, as well as international and regional organizations and agencies (UNESCO, UNDO, World Bank, EIB, EBRD, ADB, OECD, AFD).
As a co-founder and co-chair of UNESCO Group of Friends of SIDS, Armenia reiterates its longstanding commitment within its membership to UNESCO Executive Board and candidature to the World Heritage Committee to support actions in favour of SIDS.
Parliamentary Dimension of the Crossroads of Peace: Through democracy to security to prosperity/Wider implications
Venue: “Seven Visions Hotel”, Yerevan
Date: May 26, 2025
Time: 2:30 – 4:00 PM
This event aims to foster dialogue among diverse stakeholders and decision-makers, including Members of Parliament, civil society representatives, and international organizations, to explore pathways for enhanced connectivity. The discussion will focus on promoting stability, peace, and prosperity for the people and nations of the South Caucasus, Mediterranean, and Caspian regions, with broader global implications. It seeks to cultivate a collaborative environment where participants can exchange best practices, engage in strategic discussions, and develop actionable solutions to overcome existing challenges and barriers.
