“The Minister of State, Minister of the Environment and Sustainable Development, Ève Bazaïba, traveled to Brazil on Monday, August 07 to participate in the regional summit of the Amazon. This participation confirms the commitment of the Democratic Republic of the Congo in the fight against deforestation and the protection of the environment.
Organized from August 8 to 10, 2023 in Belem, in northern Brazil, this summit brings together the 8 member countries of ACTO (Amazon Cooperation Treaties). The objective of this meeting is to discuss ways to attract investment, fight against deforestation, protect indigenous peoples and promote sustainable development in the face of the challenges of climate change.
The participation of the Democratic Republic of Congo in this summit is an opportunity to strengthen cooperation with other member countries and share good practices in the preservation of forest resources. Indeed, the DRC, Brazil and Indonesia are also planning a trilateral summit in Kinshasa on August 25, in order to consolidate their common commitment to the preservation of tropical forest basins.
This active participation of the Democratic Republic of Congo in international discussions on the protection of the environment testifies to its desire to contribute to the preservation of biodiversity and the fight against climate change. Through these meetings, the country seeks to strengthen its position as a key player in the preservation and sustainable management of its natural resources.
The presence of Minister Ève Bazaïba at the regional summit of the Amazon bears witness to the importance attached by the Democratic Republic of Congo to the protection of the environment and the promotion of sustainable development. These are crucial issues for the future of the country and the African continent as a whole.
In conclusion, the participation of Minister Ève Bazaïba in the regional summit of the Amazon in Brazil underlines the commitment of the Democratic Republic of Congo in the protection of the environment. This summit represents a unique opportunity to share good practices and strengthen international cooperation to protect biodiversity and fight against climate change