The relevance of agrifood systems for climate action is experiencing a growing momentum, with COP 27 and COP 28 Presidencies launching, respectively, the Fast Partnership and the UAE Declaration on Sustainable Agriculture. The Harmoniya Climate Initiative represents COP 29’s contribution, with a focus on fostering better collaboration among actors and initiatives.

Gulbaniz Ganbarova, Chairperson, Azerbaijan Rural Women’s Association, welcomed the resolution, adopted by the UN General Assembly, that declares 2026 as the International Year of Women Farmers. She highlighted women’s vital role in producing half of the world’s food and ensuring food security, yet lamented they remain excluded from decision-making processes. She called for national and international platforms to amplify women farmers’ voices and, ensure they become active decision makers.

This proud day also marks the beginning of a new chapter. The commitments made yesterday drive us to deliver tangible results and demonstrate progress at COP30 in Brazil. Together, we continue to shape a sustainable and resilient future for agriculture.