The Heads of State of Brazil, Indonesia and the Democratic Republic of Congo gathered at the Amazon Basin Summit in Belém do Pará, Brazil. President Felix Tshisekedi was invited to participate in this event to showcase the potential of the Congo Basin, much of which is located in the DRC.
The DRC, Brazil and Indonesia are signatories to the United Nations Framework Convention on Forest Basins. These countries are committed to working together to preserve their forest resources, considered essential in the fight against climate change.
The Brazilian Amazon and Congolese Equatorial forests are often referred to as the “Lungs of the Earth”, due to their crucial role in regulating the global climate. These ecosystems are home to exceptional biodiversity and play an essential role in carbon sequestration.
President Tshisekedi took this opportunity to highlight the efforts undertaken by the DRC to preserve its forests. The DRC has one of the largest expanses of tropical forest in the world, which is home to many unique animal and plant species. The sustainable development of these forest resources is a crucial issue for economic development and the preservation of biodiversity in the DRC.
This summit on the Amazon Basin enabled the participating Heads of State to share their experiences and good practices in the preservation of forest resources. They also discussed the challenges they face, such as combating illegal deforestation, protecting indigenous peoples and promoting a green economy.
President Tshisekedi’s participation in this event shows the DRC’s commitment to the preservation of its natural resources and to the fight against climate change. By collaborating with other leading countries in this field, the DRC is actively contributing to global efforts for the protection of biodiversity and the preservation of the environment.
In conclusion, the summit on the Amazon Basin was an opportunity for President Félix Tshisekedi to highlight the potential of the Congo Basin in terms of the preservation of forest resources. The collaboration between the signatory countries of the United Nations Framework Convention makes it possible to pool efforts for the preservation of forest ecosystems, which are essential in the fight against climate change