Title: The challenges of the summit of the three basins of biodiversity ecosystems and tropical forests in Brazzaville
Introduction :
The city of Brazzaville, capital of Congo, recently hosted a major event for the preservation of biodiversity: the summit of the three basins of biodiversity ecosystems and tropical forests. This meeting, which took place from October 26 to 28, 2023, brought together experts and scientists from the Amazon, Congo and Borneo Mekong basins of Southeast Asia. The objective of this summit was to explore solutions to accelerate the conservation and restoration of the ecosystems of these three basins, which play a crucial role in the preservation of life on Earth.
Analysis of the issues:
During the first day of work, several issues were highlighted. First of all, it was about getting to know each other better by examining the particularities and challenges specific to each basin. Each ecosystem has its own characteristics and faces specific problems, so it was essential to share knowledge, scientific knowledge and experiences developed in each basin.
Another major challenge was to identify common themes and areas of work between the three basins. By promoting cooperation and exchanges, it was possible to find cross-cutting solutions to combat deforestation, loss of biodiversity and other environmental issues facing these regions.
The question of the organization and structuring of the States concerned by these three basins was also addressed. It was crucial to define how these states could come together and mobilize collectively to achieve the objectives set in terms of environmental outcomes and to defend their common interests.
Finally, the acceleration of financing capacities was a key issue of this summit. It was necessary to find appropriate ways and means to remunerate the ecosystem services provided by these three basins. Indeed, these ecosystems play an essential role in climate regulation, the preservation of biodiversity and the maintenance of natural resources. It was therefore essential to find sustainable financial mechanisms to support their preservation.
Conclusion :
The summit of the three basins of biodiversity ecosystems and tropical forests in Brazzaville was an opportunity to highlight the major issues linked to the conservation of these ecosystems. By promoting collaboration between the different stakeholders, it was possible to find effective solutions to preserve biodiversity and fight against deforestation. It is essential to continue to support these efforts and raise awareness of the importance of preserving these ecosystems to ensure a sustainable future for our planet.