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Global Leaders Sign Biodiversity Pact, Action Lags Behind

2/17/2025

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In a historic move, nearly 200 nations united to sign the Kunming-Montreal Global Biodiversity Framework, aiming to halt biodiversity loss by 2030. Yet, a stark reality emerges: only 36 countries have presented actionable plans, with minimal commitments to restoration. The clock is ticking, and urgent action is crucial to safeguard our planet's ecosystems for generations to come.

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In a historic move, nearly 200 nations united to sign the Kunming-Montreal Global Biodiversity Framework, aiming to halt biodiversity loss by 2030. Yet, a stark reality emerges: only 36 countries have presented actionable plans, with minimal commitments to restoration. The clock is ticking, and urgent action is crucial to safeguard our planet's ecosystems for generations to come.