Azerbaijan presents SDG implementation experience at UN forum

Azerbaijan's experience in implementing the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) was presented at the UN High-Level Political Forum on Sustainable Development in New York, Report informs, citing the Ministry of Economy.

The forum discussed current global challenges in implementing the SDGs, progress achieved, and ways to strengthen international cooperation to accelerate the achievement of the goals.

At the forum, Huseyn Huseynov, adviser to the minister of economy and secretary of the National Coordination Council for Sustainable Development, provided information on Azerbaijan's efforts to integrate and localize the SDGs in national development priorities.

He also spoke about measures taken to strengthen cooperation among government agencies, the private sector, civil society, academia and international partners, as well as the experience gained in this area.

During a roundtable of countries that will present Voluntary National Reviews (VNRs) in 2027, as well as a special session on stakeholder participation in the coordination and implementation of the SDGs, the importance of studying advanced international practices and expanding new cooperation opportunities as part of the VNR preparation process was emphasized.

Huseynov also shared Azerbaijan's experience at a thematic session dedicated to challenges faced by African countries, Small Island Developing States and Middle-Income Countries in implementing the Sustainable Development Goals.