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Construction of the Arazdeyan metallurgical plant could lead to diplomatic consequences for Armenia - American eco-activist

14 July 2023 18:46 (UTC +04:00)

It is very important for countries to review and adhere to international agreements in order to stand well in the global arena and ensure environmental sustainability, American eco-activist Maryam Danesh told APA.

According to her, Armenia's commissioning of the metallurgical plant in Arazdeyan, on the border with Azerbaijan, may cause a number of negative environmental effects.

"The construction and operation of a metallurgical plant on the border with Azerbaijan by Armenia may cause a number of negative environmental effects. These include air and water pollution from factory emissions and waste, deforestation during the construction process, habitat destruction, and the release of potentially hazardous substances into the environment. There are a number of international agreements and conventions on environmental protection and sustainable development. Armenia's participation in these conventions entails its obligation to observe the principles and rules. If Armenia violates these international conventions, it will have to face potential consequences both inside the country and abroad. This may lead to diplomatic consequences for Armenia, strained relations with other countries and damage to its reputation on a global scale. In order to take a good position in the global arena and ensure environmental sustainability, it is very important for countries to review and comply with international agreements," said Maryam Danesh.