At COP17 in Yerevan, despite differences, countries agree on texts to try to protect nature

After two weeks of intense negotiations, key texts for nature protection were adopted at COP17 in Armenia. Despite initial delays, agreements were reached on a global review of the Kunming-Montreal biodiversity agreement, which sets 23 targets for 2030. The EU pushed for emerging countries like China to contribute to financial goals, while discussions on harmful subsidies continued. Tensions arose over scientific bases for environmental policies, with accusations against certain countries for undermining them. Ecuador was selected to host COP18 in 2028.