The summit of the three major tropical forest basins which will be held in Brazzaville from October 26 to 28, 2023 is already arousing numerous interests. This major event will bring together representatives of the Congo, Amazon and Borneo Mekong forest basins, as well as delegations from around the world.
The Minister of the Environment of Congo-Brazzaville, Arlette Soudan-Nonault, recently held a press conference to discuss the challenges of this summit and the expected participants. She stressed that all states from the three basins will be present, as well as scientists, indigenous communities and representatives from the United Nations. Delegations from the United States and France are also expected.
One of the main issues of this summit is the crucial role of the three forest basins in regulating the global climate. Indeed, these forest ecosystems are home to 80% of the planet’s green lungs and three quarters of the world’s biodiversity. It is therefore essential to find sustainable solutions to preserve these precious ecosystems.
The summit of the three major forest basins also aims to establish a declaration of principle and a permanent secretariat to ensure the sustainability of cooperation between the three basins, with the support of the United Nations and other international partners.
This summit represents a unique opportunity to highlight the importance of tropical forest basins in the fight against climate change and the protection of biodiversity. It will also make it possible to exchange good practices and strengthen collaboration between the different actors involved in the preservation of these ecosystems.
In conclusion, the summit of the three major tropical forest basins in Brazzaville will be a major event in the fight for the preservation of the environment. It will bring together representatives from around the world to discuss issues related to these vital ecosystems. It is more necessary than ever to find sustainable solutions to preserve these precious green lungs of the planet and ensure a future more respectful of nature.