COP biodiversity in Yerevan: "The Armenian presidency has done an exemplary job"

The 17th Conference of the Parties on biodiversity (COP17) concluded in Yerevan, Armenia, on October 31. Steven Guilbeault, former Canadian environment minister, evaluates the effectiveness of COP17 in achieving the 23 biodiversity goals set for 2030. He believes the Armenian presidency successfully assessed the progress made since the Kunming-Montreal Framework and provided a roadmap for future actions. However, some observers criticize the adopted 'Yerevan Pathway' for lacking ambition and using timid language.