Baku: Leyla Aliyeva, Vice-President of the Heydar Aliyev Foundation and head of the IDEA Public Union, met with Robb Butler, Special Representative on Climate and Health of the World Health Organization (WHO) Regional Office for Europe, on December 18. During the meeting, Aliyeva was presented with a special award from WHO, acknowledging her contributions to climate and health sectors, especially her involvement in COP29 and support for the WHO Pan-European Commission on Climate and Health.
According to Azerbaijan State News Agency, the meeting included discussions on various initiatives led by the IDEA Public Union to combat the adverse effects of climate change. The conversation also explored potential collaboration between WHO and Azerbaijan, highlighting the importance of shared efforts in addressing climate-related challenges.
The dialogue touched on the environmental and health consequences of the declining Caspian Sea levels, with both parties considering joint initiatives to address these issues. The possibility of Azerbaijan joining the WHO Healthy Cities Network was also discussed, emphasizing the need for international cooperation.
Further topics of discussion included the crucial role of clean air in human health, strategies to reduce air pollution, and the enhancement of awareness-raising activities. These discussions aim to foster a better understanding and implementation of measures to protect the environment and public health.