Tehran:First Vice President Mohammad Reza Aref has announced that the Summit of Heads of State of the Economic Cooperation Organization (ECO) member states is set to take place on December 3-4 in Tehran.

According to Islamic Republic News Agency, Aref highlighted the significant benefits this summit will bring to ECO member states, fostering increased cooperation and regional engagement. He also referenced President's recent trip to Turkiye for the 31st United Nations Climate Change Conference (COP 31), stressing the importance of making fundamental decisions for environmental protection.

Aref criticized advanced countries for their historical environmental damage and the current pressure they place on developing nations to adopt environmental care practices. He pointed out that these countries enforce carbon use restrictions, which they themselves did not adhere to when they were developing, potentially hindering the growth of oil-rich and emerging economies.

He reiterated Iran's commitment to active participation in international environmental summits and the need for decisive action on environmental issues.