Kuwait Reaffirms Commitment to Environmental Protection and Natural Resources Efforts
The Kuwaiti Ministry of Foreign Affairs reaffirmed its commitment to supporting international efforts to protect the environment from the effects of wars and armed conflicts, emphasizing the necessity of respecting international law and ensuring accountability for environmental violations.
Translated by Qiyas from القبس — Original source
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs has reaffirmed the State of Kuwait’s commitment to supporting international efforts aimed at protecting the environment and natural resources from the devastating impacts of wars and armed conflicts. This was stated in a statement issued by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs on the occasion of the International Day to Prevent Exploitation of the Environment in War and Armed Conflict.
Marking the 25th anniversary of the adoption of United Nations General Assembly Resolution 56/4 in 2001, which was initiated by the State of Kuwait to designate November 6 as the International Day to Prevent the Exploitation of the Environment in War and Armed Conflict, the Ministry emphasized the necessity of respecting international legal rules concerning the protection of the environment before, during, and after armed conflicts, and ensuring accountability for violations committed against ecosystems and natural resources.
It further affirmed that environmental preservation is a shared international responsibility and a fundamental pillar for achieving security, peace, and sustainable development for current and future generations.
