Moldova's rich soil and temperate continental climate (with warm summers and mild winters) have made the country one of the most productive agricultural regions since ancient times, and a major supplier of agricultural products in southeastern Europe.

China is one of 17 megadiverse countries. China has over 34,687 species of animals and vascular plants, making it the third-most biodiverse country in the world, after Brazil and Colombia.

Due to the unique climate in Azerbaijan, about 67 percent of the species growing in the whole Caucasus can be found in Azerbaijan. Since its independence in 1991, the Azerbaijani government has taken drastic measures to preserve its environment.