The Caspian Sea faces declining water levels and biodiversity loss, prompting Azerbaijan to address these issues at the UN in Geneva. Leyla Aliyeva highlighted governance challenges and the need for long-term monitoring and international cooperation. A new Protocol on Environmental Impact Assessment under the Tehran Convention mandates assessments for major infrastructure projects to protect the environment. The Caspian Sea is under threat from climate change, pollution, and biodiversity loss, necessitating regional cooperation to safeguard its ecosystem and economy. Teljes cikk (Euronews.com)