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At the 11th Nevsky International Ecological Congress, Shina Ansari, head of Iran’s Department of Environment, stressed the necessity of global cooperation for sustainable development. Speaking at a panel on BRICS and sustainability, she warned that individual national efforts could undermine the credibility of sustainability goals. Ansari proposed a strategic program to guide collective sustainability initiatives, emphasizing the need for infrastructure, education, and public awareness. Iran has committed to sustainable development through various initiatives, including promoting Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) and adhering to Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) standards. The Congress aimed to address pressing environmental issues and foster international collaboration.
In Iran’s western border regions, the practice of kolbari, where individuals carry heavy goods across dangerous mountain paths, has become a desperate means of survival amid systemic poverty and neglect. Over 70,000 people, including many young men and graduates, rely on kolbari as their primary income. The perilous journeys expose them to risks like avalanches and gunfire from border guards, with thousands killed or injured since 2012. The Iranian regime’s militarization of borders has worsened conditions, forcing kolbars into even more dangerous routes. Despite calls for reform, the government offers no real solutions, perpetuating a cycle of poverty and repression.
The “Adam and Eve” matchmaking platform in Iran has ignited controversy by facilitating child marriages, allowing children as young as thirteen to register as marriage candidates without age verification. This practice raises significant concerns about child rights and safety, particularly in impoverished regions where early marriage is culturally entrenched. Despite public condemnation, the platform operates under existing laws that permit such unions, exploiting legal loopholes. With over 20,000 annual child marriages, experts warn of severe physical and psychological harm. The normalization of child marriage by state-backed institutions highlights a troubling systemic issue requiring urgent legislative reform to protect minors.
The International Center for Integrated Management of Watershed and Bio-Resources in Arid and Semi-Arid Regions (ICIMWB) is advancing water management and natural sciences as a UNESCO category 2 center. Since its launch in 2022-2023, it has organized 56 educational programs and developed a strategic watershed management document for 12 provinces. The national budget for watershed management has increased significantly, highlighting the importance of effective management amid climate challenges. Approximately 6,500 villages in Iran are at flood risk, with plans to implement watershed management over 20 million hectares in the next five years, essential for sustainable water resource management.
The humanitarian crisis in Gaza has prompted urgent calls for increased international cooperation to deliver aid. The Iranian Red Crescent Society (IRCS) and the International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) emphasize the need for unimpeded humanitarian assistance. IRCS head Pirhossein Kolivand highlighted the dire conditions, with over two million displaced and critical medical needs unmet. ICRC’s Nicolas Von Arx noted ongoing challenges, including targeted attacks on hospitals. Kolivand urged prompt action to address starvation and potential war crimes, advocating for enhanced humanitarian diplomacy. Immediate, coordinated efforts are essential to alleviate the suffering of those in Gaza.
Iran is facing a severe shortage of insulin and essential medicines, severely impacting millions of diabetes patients. Rising insulin prices, fueled by the removal of subsidized currency, have turned life-saving treatments into unaffordable luxuries. Pharmacies are rationing supplies, leaving patients struggling to find necessary medications. The crisis is exacerbated by broader pharmaceutical shortages affecting over 200 medications, driven by corruption and smuggling. Meanwhile, the regime prioritizes military spending over public health, worsening the situation. As diabetes prevalence rises and treatment becomes inaccessible, many patients face dire health consequences, highlighting a systemic failure in Iran’s healthcare system.