(MENAFN- Trend News Agency)
BAKU, Azerbaijan, September 10. Azerbaijan
places high importance on transitioning to green energy, Chairman
of the Azerbaijan Democratic Student and Youth Organization, Asif
Askerli emphasized at the International Youth Forum "Supporting
Environmental Policy through Young Leaders" in Baku, Trend reports.
"Azerbaijan is not only exporting oil and gas but is also making
efforts to develop green energy, a green economy, and a green
philosophy," Askerli stated.
Environmental issues are a big deal all around the world, he
said, and that's why delegates from all over the world have
gathered in Baku to talk about them.
Askerli pointed out that Azerbaijan is putting pedal to the
metal in its transition towards a green economy, making it a top
dog on the national agenda. Civil society and young leaders from
all corners of the globe are joining forces in the battle against
climate change.
The forum, which runs until September 13, is a melting pot of 24
young leaders from 18 countries and over 60 Azerbaijani youth
organization leaders, government representatives, experts, and
other guests. It's a real gathering of minds and a meeting of the
hearts. Panel discussions will bring together a bunch of movers and
shakers, bigwigs from different corners of the globe, such as
France, Finland, Denmark, Norway, Spain, the Czech Republic,
Bulgaria, Romania, Hungary, Poland, Latvia, Lithuania, Türkiye,
Moldova, Russia, Ukraine, Georgia, and Kazakhstan.
The forum addresses environmental issues, climate change,
eco-volunteering, and opportunities for collaboration and
networking in promoting the green economy and environmental
engagement. Topics also include international support for COP29 and
the dissemination of global information about Azerbaijan.
Meetings with officials and NGO coalitions will focus on calls
to continue active efforts in these areas.
The forum, backed by the Youth Foundation of Azerbaijan, the
Azerbaijan Democratic Student and Youth Organization, and the
National Council of Youth Organizations, will be going strong until
September 13.
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