International Environmental Cooperation in the Baltic Region, 1970—1998

The article is devoted to the analysis of international environmental cooperation in the Baltic region from 1970 to 1998. It examines the key stages and mechanisms of joint work of the countries surrounding the Baltic Sea in the field of environmental protection and sustainable development. Particular attention is paid to the formation of international agreements, initiatives and organizations aimed at solving environmental problems, such as water pollution, preserving biodiversity and combating climate change. The author, relying on documents and statistical data, analyzes the interaction of states, including both the Cold War era and the period after the collapse of the Soviet Union. The socio-economic and political factors influencing the environmental policies of the countries of the region and the role of international organizations are considered. The article ends with conclusions on the importance of a multilateral approach to solving transboundary environmental problems and the need for further cooperation to ensure sustainable development of the Baltic region in the future.