Oct 16, 2026
UNDP Associate Administrator met with Deputy Prime Minister of Armenia
October 16, 2026
Ahead of COP17, UNDP Associate Administrator Haoliang Xu on 15 October met with Deputy Prime Minister of Armenia Mher Grigoryan to reaffirm the strategic partnership between the Government of Armenia and UNDP and discuss priorities for accelerating the country’s sustainable development agenda.
As Armenia hosts COP17, the discussion highlighted the country’s growing leadership in advancing climate action, biodiversity conservation, green transition, and sustainable development, as well as opportunities to elevate these priorities on the global stage.
The meeting also underscored the importance of the newly launched UNDP Country Programme 2026-2030, which will support Armenia’s national priorities through integrated solutions in climate resilience, green growth, digital transformation, effective governance, and inclusive socio-economic development.
The parties discussed opportunities to further strengthen cooperation and mobilize sustainable financing to scale impact and deliver lasting results for people and communities across Armenia.
Marking 30 years of partnership, UNDP reaffirmed its commitment to stand alongside Armenia in translating ambitious reforms, climate commitments, and strategic investments into tangible development outcomes, building a more resilient, prosperous, and sustainable future for all.
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