Yerevan:Thailand emphasized its commitment to ecosystem stability and the preservation of natural resources during the 17th Conference of the Parties to the Convention on Biological Diversity (CBD COP17) held in Yerevan, Republic of Armenia.

According to Thai News Agency, the Thai delegation was led by Dr. Raveewan Phuridej, Permanent Secretary of the Ministry of Natural Resources and Environment. The delegation participated in the high-level segment of the conference, which was organized under the theme 'Taking action for nature' from October 27-28, 2026.

The event was marked by the opening ceremony where Mr. Hambardzum Matevosyan, Minister of Environment of Armenia and Chairman of CBD COP17, urged the swift implementation of obligations into concrete actions. Ms. Inger Andersen, Executive Director of UNEP, highlighted the need for increased financial resources and the redirection of harmful subsidies, calling for collaborative efforts across sectors to halt and reverse natural loss by 2030, in line with the Kunming-Montreal Global Biodiversity Framework (KM-GBF).

The high-level meeting served as a platform for ministerial representatives to share visions and accelerate global biodiversity initiatives. It emphasized the importance of international cooperation and incorporating biodiversity into national policies.

Thailand's participation underscores its role as a global partner in ecosystem conservation and restoration. Through this involvement, the country aims to connect global cooperation with national efforts, ensuring the sustainable use of natural resources and passing on rich natural assets to future generations.