How can stronger cooperation on pollution, chemicals and waste help protect biodiversity? Join experts, governments and international organizations at this CBD COP-17 side event to explore practical ways to align biodiversity, pollution and chemicals and waste policies, strengthen monitoring and reporting, and accelerate progress towards GBF Target 7.

The session happening on 20 October 2026 at Spitak – Side-event Room 2, Yerevan, Armenia will showcase country and international experiences and discuss opportunities for greater scientific cooperation, coordinated action and resource mobilization. Learn more about the event here.