Baku: Secretary General of the International Civil Defence Organization (ICDO) Arguj Kalantarli has addressed the international community on the occasion of March 1 – World Civil Defence Day, the Ministry of Emergency Situations’ press service told APA. It was stated that the Secretary General highlighted the importance of this year’s World Civil Defence Day, marked under the theme ‘Managing Environmental Risks for a Sustainable and Resilient Future,’ and called on the international community to mobilize in combating environmental risks for the sake of stability, security, and sustainable development.
According to Azeri-Press News Agency, Arguj Kalantarli emphasized the urgent need for governments, organizations, and individuals worldwide to collaborate in tackling the environmental challenges that threaten global stability. He pointed out that environmental risks, if left unaddressed, could undermine efforts toward sustainable development, impacting communities and economies across the globe.
Kalantarli’s call to action comes at a time when environmental issues are increasingly being recognized as critical components of civil defense strategies. The ICDO aims to foster international cooperation and coordination in this area, ensuring that all nations are prepared to manage and mitigate the effects of environmental hazards.
World Civil Defence Day serves as a reminder of the role global cooperation plays in addressing environmental risks. The ICDO continues to advocate for strengthened policies and initiatives that promote resilience and sustainability, urging nations to prioritize environmental risk management in their civil defense agendas.