As part of the “Joint SDG Localization Initiative,” the next event dedicated to the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) was organized on May 8 at the Nakhchivan ASAN Service Center.
The purpose of the event was to promote the implementation of the Sustainable Development Goals at the local level, identify priority areas, and raise awareness about the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development.
The event was attended by representatives of the Ministries of Economy of the Republic of Azerbaijan and the Nakhchivan Autonomous Republic, as well as representatives from other public and private sector institutions of the autonomous republic.
During the event, Kazim Huseynaliyev, Minister of Economy of the Nakhchivan Autonomous Republic, and Huseyn Huseynov, Adviser to the Minister of Economy of the Republic of Azerbaijan and Secretary of the National Coordination Council for Sustainable Development, delivered speeches highlighting the importance of implementing the Sustainable Development Goals at the local level, the measures undertaken in this direction, and the key tasks ahead. The speeches emphasized the importance of integrating the Sustainable Development Goals into socio-economic development strategies and drew attention to the significance of cooperation between the public and private sectors.
It was noted that the localization of the SDGs contributes significantly to the more efficient use of regional potential, the promotion of inclusive development, and the improvement of public welfare. At the same time, the importance of studying international experience, applying innovative approaches, encouraging entrepreneurship, and improving the investment environment was highlighted.
Within the framework of the event, representatives of the Ministry of Economy of the Republic of Azerbaijan delivered presentations on the socio-economic development of regions, the objectives, principles, and benefits of SDG localization, and discussed implementation mechanisms at the local level based on international experience.
