BAKU, Azerbaijan, October 10. All member countries of the Non-Aligned Movement endorsed the COP Truce initiative presented by Azerbaijan on September 21, the International Day of Peace, as part of its presidency at the 29th UN Climate Change Conference (COP29), Trend reports.
A total of 127 countries have joined this initiative.
“This initiative seeks to emphasize the connections between conflict and climate change, as well as the importance of collaboration to protect the most vulnerable populations. It fosters positive momentum and encourages cooperation among nations, potentially leading to the attainment of peace. The appeal urges all parties to uphold the ceasefire during COP29 in November and expresses confidence that humanity can transcend political differences and come together around the core message of COP29.
The joint call for a ceasefire received support not only from states but also from over a thousand international organizations, representatives of the private sector, civil society, and prominent public figures,” stated Azerbaijan’s Foreign Ministry.
The complete text of the initiative can be found on the website: https://cop29.az/en/news/cop29-presidency-officially-launches-joint-solemn-appeal-for-a-cop29-truce