The Institute of Geography, Azerbaijan Academy of Sciences in Baku hosted a bi-annual meeting for the National Initiative Group (NIG) composed of local NGOs, academic and scientific institutions to discuss water resource management and challenges, on October 24, 2023.
The stakeholders discussed the Draft Policy Brief, prepared by the Sustainable Caucasus Network members and reviewed number of issues related to improved water resources management, disaster risk reduction, use of innovative technologies and rainwater consumption.
In addition, the participants strongly emphasized the need for assessment of the socio-economic potential of the mountain regions and support to further development.