Azerbaijan actively supports efforts to minimize carbon dioxide emissions and increase recycling rates, striving to make this process as comfortable and painless as possible for all economic participants.
As Day.Az reports with reference to Trend, this was stated by the Minister of Labor and Social Protection of Azerbaijan Sahil Babaev during the opening ceremony of the third day of the international conference within the framework of Climate Action Weeks in Baku.
“In the context of the rapid transition to a green economy, which is especially relevant for Azerbaijan, one of the most important issues remains the impact of this transformation on the development of human capital and social policy. This requires the introduction of advanced and creative approaches to economic management. Currently, there are new challenges that require immediate solutions. The consequences of the COVID-19 pandemic, rising unemployment, extremism, international organized crime, separatism and financial crises continue to negatively impact millions of people around the world. Socially vulnerable groups are particularly vulnerable in this context: people. with disabilities, women, youth and those employed in the informal economy. The modern international security system is also undergoing fundamental changes, which leads to the emergence of new risks and threats. In light of these changes, the transition to a green economy is inevitable if the global community seeks to reduce. the impact of climate change on the global economy and minimize the effects of global warming,” he said.
According to him, the transition must take place as quickly as possible and in compliance with the principles of social justice, ensuring an inclusive environment and protection of labor rights.
“Today, both the international community and Azerbaijan actively support efforts to minimize carbon dioxide emissions and increase the level of recycling, striving to make this process as comfortable and painless as possible for all participants in economic activity,” he added.