World leaders gather in Cali, Colombia on October 21 to advance implementation of the Kunming-Montreal Global Biodiversity Framework (GBF) as the Earth approaches a tipping point for irreversible biodiversity loss do.
The 16th Conference of the Parties to the Convention on Biological Diversity (CBD COP16) adopted the GBF for the first time, with the aim of driving an innovative biodiversity plan to halt and reverse the decline of nature.
National biodiversity strategies and action plans (NBSAPs) are in the spotlight, with high expectations for countries to meet their GBF commitments. CBD Parties are in the process of updating these important plans to effectively reflect the Framework's goals and principles. This collaboration is key to driving meaningful action in the fight against biodiversity loss.
Biodiversity financing mechanisms and options for monitoring progress will be central to discussions, with resource mobilization also expected to be a key focus.
Furthermore, Parties are expected to agree on how to operate multilateral mechanisms to ensure the fair and equitable sharing of benefits from genetic resources and the well-being of those who protect them.
IISD is on the ground, tracking negotiations and providing daily reporting on the important discussions and decisions that drive global action on nature.
