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Through the 55 years of its existence, the #ASEAN has proven that we are #StrongerTogether ! Our rich biodiversity is key in solving current challenges, and collective action is needed to conserve and sustainably harness nature as part of our solution. On its 55th anniversary, the ASEAN will…

THE 2022 LARGE-SCALE AGI NOMINATION IS EXTENDED UNTIL 30 AUGUST 2022! Everyone has a role to play in transforming a more sustainable world. There is no effort too little in making this happen. Support the ASEAN Green Initiative! Visit https://agi.aseanbiodiversity.org/ Note: Nominations for small…

The COVID-19 pandemic upended not only public health systems and economies across the world––it has also profoundly impacted people and communities at a much more personal level. While COVID-19 may currently be the most menacing zoonotic (transmitted from animals to humans) disease known to us, it…

BONN, GERMANY–– Governments met in Bonn during the ninth session of the Plenary of the Intergovernmental Science-Policy Platform on Biodiversity and Ecosystem Services (#IPBES9). Experts and representatives of almost 140 countries conferred to advance the necessary scientific evidence in addressing…

50,000 wild species meet needs of billions worldwide, finds new IPBES Assessment on #SustainableUse of Wild Species. Global experts offer options to ensure sustainable use of wild species of plants, animals, fungi and algae. ipbes.net/media_release/Sustainable_Use_Assessment_Published

IPBES #ValuesAssessment : decisions based on a narrow set of market values of nature underpin the global biodiversity crisis. More than 50 methods and approaches exist to make visible the diverse values of nature. Access the media release and summary for policymakers: https://bit.ly/IPBES_VA

The finalisation of the post-2020 global biodiversity framework is fast approaching, but for these ambitious yet realistic targets to materialise and be fully implemented in the next 10 to 30 years, massive support and commitment, most especially in the aspect of sustainable financing, are…

Los Baños, Laguna, Philippines – The ASEAN Centre for Biodiversity (ACB) congratulates the recipients of the Blue Park Award by Marine Conservation Institute at the 2022 United Nations Ocean Conference in Lisbon, Portugal. Two marine parks from the ASEAN–– the Apo Reef Natural Park and Raja Ampat…

Nairobi, Kenya – Focusing on commonalities was the resounding call made by the ASEAN Member States during the last working group meeting of the post-2020 global biodiversity framework held from 21 to 26 June 2022 in Nairobi. The negotiations in Kenya were conducted to reach a consensus on the…

The 3rd issue of the Action Agenda #ForNature and People Newsletter is out now, including: Featured commitments Recent and upcoming events And more! Get the latest on the global movement for #biodiversity action ahead of the second part of the UN Biodiversity Conference ( #COP15 ). Read now: https:/…

Planet’s lungs Earth’s thermostat World’s pharmacy Rainforests serve all these purposes, and so much more. Though covering only six per cent of the land area in the entire planet, half of all terrestrial biodiversity can be found in rainforests. The ASEAN is blessed with vast rainforests—studies…

Oceans and seas may physically divide the Earth’s land mass, but these bodies of water actually connect our lives, our biodiversity, and our natural heritage. Consider the humble larvae: it may be miniscule in size but their dispersal and migration patterns are huge indicators of the health of…

COMING UP: The United Nations Biodiversity meetings in Nairobi! WHAT: Fourth meeting of the Open-ended Working Group on the Post-2020 Framework WHEN: 21-26 June WHY: Advance progress on the #post2020 global #biodiversity framework The Open-Ended Working Group on the Post-2020 Biodiversity Framework…

From 21 to 26 June, the world is coming together in Nairobi, Kenya to finalize the text of the #post2020 global #biodiversity framework ahead of the second part of the UN Biodiversity Conference ( #COP15 ). New science briefs from GEOBON provide an updated assessment and recommendations for select…

DR. THERESA MUNDITA S. LIM Executive Director, ASEAN Centre for Biodiversity In the multiverse theory, there exist alternate realities where we have Earths that are untouched, lush, and teeming with biodiversity. But our reality is we only have one Earth, and on this World Environment Day, we once…

Oceans and seas may physically divide the Earth’s land mass, but these bodies of water in fact connect our lives, our biodiversity, and our natural heritage. Thus, as much as our marine and coastal ecosystems are ecologically connected, so must our actions be, to save biodiversity. Focusing on…

Ecosystems support all life on Earth. For #WorldEnvironmentDay , learn how you can contribute to preventing, halting and reversing ecosystem degradation in a new FREE course on Ecosystem Restoration by United Nations Development Programme - UNDP and the Convention on Biodiversity. The United Nations…

Danial Norjidi International Day for Biological Diversity is celebrated on May 22 every year, with the aim to increase understanding and awareness of biodiversity issues. For this year’s occasion, the Secretariat of the Convention on Biological Diversity (CBD) announced the slogan of ‘Building a…

Conserving and protecting our valuable biological resources entails relevant, up-to-date biodiversity data and knowledge that are accessible and reliable. To celebrate the International Day for Biological Diversity, or Biodiversity Day on 22 May, the ASEAN Centre for Biodiversity (ACB) launched the…

KOTA KINABALU, Malaysia -- “Now is the moment to ensure a dignified existence for ourselves and future generations by preserving and protecting the global commons, which include the atmosphere, oceans, and ecosystems that support us.” Datuk Seri Panglima Haji Hajiji Haji Noor, Chief Minister of…

Happy International Day for Biological Diversity! Celebrate #BiodiversityDay2022 with us today at 2 pm and together, let’s build a shared future for all life! Tune in via Facebook live and don’t miss the launch of our ASEAN Biodiversity Dashboard. Our #BiodiversityDay2022 celebration will be hosted…

Land and ecosystem restoration will help... Address #ClimateChange Reduce risk of disasters Facilitate recovery of #biodiversity and #EcologicalConnectivity . Explore findings from United Nations Convention to Combat Desertification 's #GlobalLandOutlook 2 in the Summary for decision-makers: https:/…

Restoring our ecosystems is an important investment for our planet. Dr. Theresa Mundita S. Lim Executive Director, ASEAN Centre for Biodiversity Today, the ASEAN Centre for Biodiversity (ACB) joins the global observance of Earth Day. Across the world, including the ASEAN region, various activities…

Happy Earth Day everyone! A healthy Earth – our blue and green planet – is crucial to our survival. The diversity in and of ecosystems provides essential services like food, water, and livelihoods, and are natural measures for reducing the risk of future pandemics. The ASEAN, with its rich…

A new, interactive, online tool for visualising data and trends in the international trade in endangered species is being launched today. CITES Wildlife TradeView is a joint project between the Secretariat of the Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species of Wild Fauna and Flora (CITES)…