Armenia’s Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Trade, Robert Abisoghomonyan, discussed ongoing projects in various areas of economic development and sustainable development, as well as opportunities to expand cooperation, with Laziza Sabirova, a representative of the Asian Development Bank (ADB).
The deputy minister outlined current regional developments and the Armenian government’s priorities in that context. Robert Abisoghomonyan emphasized the importance of ADB’s active involvement in initiatives addressing refugees’ needs, developing infrastructure, strengthening trade capacities, diversifying the economy, enhancing climate resilience and improving energy efficiency.
The meeting also addressed efforts to conserve biodiversity and matters related to Armenia’s hosting of the 17th meeting of the Conference of the Parties to the Convention on Biological Diversity (COP17).
Abisoghomonyan praised ADB’s support for preparations for the conference, stressing the importance of engaging international partners in mobilizing financing for biodiversity conservation.
The 17th meeting of the Conference of the Parties to the Convention on Biological Diversity (COP17) will take place at the Meridian Expo Center in Yerevan from October 19 to 30, 2026.
