In preparation for the 16th Conference of the Parties to the Convention on Biological Diversity (CBD COP16), SPREP in collaboration with the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) will be convening a preparatory meeting for the Pacific islands region from 09 - 14 September 2024 at the SPREP Headquarters in Apia, Samoa.
The CBD COP16 is a major opportunity for ensuring that the special situation of Small Island Developing States is considered effectively in the design of biodiversity protections and monitoring as well as resourcing of biodiversity-related actions over the next decade.
The main objectives of the Preparatory meeting are to provide a forum for the Pacific Parties to:
• discuss key regional priority issues and prepare regional positions, as appropriate;
• strengthen engagement at the COP meeting;
• ensure a cross-sectoral approach to biodiversity management;
• enhance political support, including across sectors;
• increase confidence and skills for negotiation; and
• continue with the One Pacific Voice for top priorities for the Pacific which has been an effective approach adopted by Pacific island countries at past COP meetings.
For more information and to view the official SPREP Circular 24/41, please click HERE.