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Minamata Convention on Mercury @minamataconvention.bsky.social · 13h

At a workshop on accelerating the #KMGBF implementation, Exec Sec Monika Stankiewicz:

"Implementing the #MinamataConvention will get as far in protecting #biodiversity".

More: minamataconvention.org/en/news/asia...

with @unep.org @undp.org @fao.org @unbiodiversity.bsky.social @thegef.bsky.social

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UN Biodiversity @unbiodiversity.bsky.social · 2d

We held a media briefing on the @unbiodiversity.bsky.social
meetings in Panama (20–30 Oct.):

🔹 #SBSTTA27
🔹 #SB8J_1

Their outcomes will support the implementation of the 🌍Biodiversity Framework #KMGBF ahead of the review of progress at #COP17Armenia.

🎥Full recording: youtu.be/4qD_BgVa1UA?si

Media briefing on the forthcoming biodiversity meetings in Panama

YouTube video by Convention on Biological Diversity

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UN Biodiversity @unbiodiversity.bsky.social · 2d

🌊Linkages between the #BBNJAgreement and the CBD and its Protocols run deep and wide.

Here are 3️⃣examples illustrating how the experience accumulated under @unbiodiversity.bsky.social
can be leveraged for the implementation of the BBNJ Agreement and #OurOcean.

🔗 www.cbd.int/article/2025...

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Astrid Schomaker @astridschomaker.bsky.social · 5d

At #ForoMinistros @unbiodiversity.bsky.social joined other Multilateral Environmental Agreements in briefing Ministers of the Environment of Latin America and the Caribbean about forthcoming intergovernmental meetings #ForNature. Their engagement in these global processes will be key.

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Astrid Schomaker @astridschomaker.bsky.social · 5d

At #ForoMinistros in Lima, the discussion with H.E. Mr. Juan Carlos Navarro, Minister of Environment of Panama, focused on the Biodiversity meetings to take place from 20-30 Oct. in Panama City: cbd.int/conferences/...

#SBSTTA27 & #SB8J_1 are two important milestones on the road to #COP17Armenia.

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Astrid Schomaker @astridschomaker.bsky.social · 6d

The passing of Dr. Jane Goodall is very sad news for all of us at @unbiodiversity.bsky.social.

Her contributions as a woman scientist and her commitment to raising awareness of the need to live in harmony with nature are part of her immense legacy.

UN Environment Programme @unep.org · 7d

We are deeply saddened by the passing of UN Messenger of Peace Dr. Jane Goodall.

Her life’s work championing conservation, humanity and the natural world leaves an enduring legacy.

Our condolences to her family, the Jane Goodall Institute and all who draw hope from her example.

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Astrid Schomaker @astridschomaker.bsky.social · 7d

Today at the 24th #ForoMinistros in Lima, @unbiodiversity.bsky.social took part in a conversation about environmental action by CARICOM countries, focusing on challenges faced by Small Island Developing States. Their commitment to the Global Biodiversity Framework #KMGBF is encouraging.

Meeting at LAC Forum of Ministers of the Environment in Lima, Peru (1 October 2025)

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Astrid Schomaker @astridschomaker.bsky.social · 7d

Today the Ministerial Segment of #ForoMinistros focused on accelerating nature & climate action in Latin America and the Caribbean.

@unbiodiversity.bsky.social highlighted:

🟢the rights of indigenous peoples and local communities
🟢ecosystem restoration
🟢synergy among the Rio Conventions

Group photo of participants in the Ministerial Segment of LAC Forum of Ministers of the Environment, Lima, Peru (1 October 2025)

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UN Biodiversity @unbiodiversity.bsky.social · 7d

The 5th meeting of the Informal Advisory Group on Technical and Scientific Cooperation is underway at @unbiodiversity.bsky.social in Montreal.

🎯Aim: strengthening cooperation, innovation & capacity-building across the world to support the implementation of the #KMGBF: 🔗 www.cbd.int/meetings/TSC...

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UN Biodiversity @unbiodiversity.bsky.social · 7d

América Latina y el Caribe es la región con mayor biodiversidad del 🌎 y cuenta con liderazgo ambiental, como demuestran #COP16Colombia, #SBSTTA27 y #SB8J_1 en Panamá, y #COP30 en Brasil.

@astridschomaker.bsky.social participa en la 24ª reunión del #ForodeMinistros: www.unep.org/es/events/ev...

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Astrid Schomaker @astridschomaker.bsky.social · 11d

On 26 Sep at #UNGA, an important milestone on the road to the UN Biodiversity Conference 2026 was achieved!

Armenia, represented by H.E. Hambardzum Matevosyan, Minister of Environment, and @unbiodiversity.bsky.social signed the Host Government Agreement for #COP17Armenia (Oct 2026) in Yerevan.

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Astrid Schomaker @astridschomaker.bsky.social · 11d

At #UNGA the discussion with H.E. Mr. Yerlan Nyssanbayev, Minister of Ecology and Natural Resources of Kazakhstan, addressed human-wildlife conflict management and the Regional Ecological Summit that Astana will host in 2026 to boost cooperation in climate & biodiversity action.

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Astrid Schomaker @astridschomaker.bsky.social · 11d

Pleased to confer with H.E. Mr. Kentaro Doi, Vice-Minister for Global Environmental Affairs, on the sidelines of #UNGA. Japan's support to @unbiodiversity.bsky.social processes is exemplary.

As #UNEA7 approaches, we at the CBD Secretariat
welcome Japan's leadership in the debate on synergies.

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Astrid Schomaker @astridschomaker.bsky.social · 13d

Pleased to confer with Li Junhua, Under-Secretary-General for Economic and Social Affairs, UN Department of Economic and Social Affairs (DESA), at #UNGA where a🌏conversation is unfolding #ForNature. We discussed how a whole-of-UN approach can underpin acceleration in the implementation of the #KMGBF

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Astrid Schomaker @astridschomaker.bsky.social · 14d

Ahead of #COP30 of the UNFCCC and the triple-COP year for the Rio Conventions in 2026, Parties are discussing practical ways of forging synergies in planning and implementation. This was the focus of the High-Level Roundtable on "Unlocking a Resilient Future: Climate and Nature Synergies" at #UNGA.

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Astrid Schomaker @astridschomaker.bsky.social · 14d

At #UNGA I had the opportunity to discuss with Carlos Manuel Rodriguez, CEO of @thegef.bsky.social, avenues for stepping up biodiversity finance for the accelerated implementation of the #KMGBF.

As we approach the global review of progress at COP17 in Yerevan, the GEF's support will be vital.

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Astrid Schomaker @astridschomaker.bsky.social · 15d

Ahead of the 80th session of the United Nations General Assembly #UNGA I spoke with CGTN America about UN
achievements, @unbiodiversity.bsky.social priorities and the need for accelerated #KMGBF implementation, China’s contributions to the global biodiversity agenda and more:

One on one: Astrid Schomaker

YouTube video by CGTN America

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Astrid Schomaker @astridschomaker.bsky.social · 17d

The entry into force of #BBNJAgreement will drive action for #OurOcean forward, complementing🌏treaties & regional conventions on marine biodiversity.

Multilateralism has built the ship. For propulsion, implementation supported by experience under @unbiodiversity.bsky.social is essential.

UN Environment Programme @unep.org · 18d

History made for the ocean: #BBNJ Agreement enters into force, protecting high seas & deep seabed, safeguarding life under water.

“Our ocean is the foundation of our very existence. Today we took an important step forward to save our ocean, & to save our future” - ED @ingerandersen.bsky.social

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UN Biodiversity @unbiodiversity.bsky.social · 21d

✨The new Rio Conventions website is now live.

Explore how @unbiodiversity.bsky.social, @unccd.bsky.social
and UNFCCC work together to tackle shared challenges and create lasting solutions for people and #ForNature.

🟢Visit the website:🔗 rioconventions.org

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Astrid Schomaker @astridschomaker.bsky.social · 21d

Faced with the ozone-depletion crisis, the world united to avert disaster. On #WorldOzoneDay, we celebrate #MontrealProtocol and the power of multilateralism.

To halt and reverse biodiversity loss, the world must accelerate the implementation of the🌎Biodiversity Framework #KMGBF.

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UN Environment Programme @unep.org · 22d

One global pact quietly changed the course of our planet’s future.

Not only did it help heal the ozone layer, but it’s also reversing the impacts of climate change.

Wondering how? Our article explains: www.unep.org/news-and-sto... #WorldOzoneDay

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UN Biodiversity @unbiodiversity.bsky.social · 23d

Ahead of #SBSTTA27 join us to:

✅share knowledge about @unbiodiversity.bsky.social's expanded Programme of Work on forest biodiversity and its alignment with the 🌏Biodiversity Framework #KMGBF.

✅highlight lessons learned.

❇ Registration➡️ bit.ly/4pmZuvM

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UN Biodiversity @unbiodiversity.bsky.social · 25d

At #COP16Colombia, Parties to the CBD adopted new mechanisms for describing and updating ecologically or biologically significant marine areas #EBSAs.

The CBD Secretariat ( @unbiodiversity.bsky.social) now accepts #EBSAs submissions on a rolling basis.

🔵Learn more:▶️ cbd.int/marine/ebsas

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UNEP-WCMC @unepwcmc.bsky.social · 25d

📣Reminder!

Join us on 15 September from 13.30 - 16.00 (Central European Summer Time) for the IPBES Online Global Dialogue Workshop to promote the use of IPBES products in policymaking!

For registration details, please contact your @ipbes.net and @unbiodiversity.bsky.social national focal points.

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UN Biodiversity @unbiodiversity.bsky.social · Aug 18

Why is biosafety important? How does it contribute to #PeaceWithNature and #GlobalGoals?

📽️ @unbiodiversity.bsky.social explains how the Parties to the Cartagena Protocol address the safety aspects of biotechnology, and highlights key decisions adopted at #COPMOP11 #COP16Colombia in Cali last year.

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