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info@moh.gov.gh

+233 302 666 049

Post Office Box M232 | Ministries, Accra Ghana

Digital Address: GA-107-3073

National Biodiversity Steering Committee Meeting Advances KM-GBF Implementation and NBSAP Review

The Ministry of Environment, Science, Technology and Innovation (MESTI), through its Environment Directorate, convened a pivotal National Biodiversity Steering Committee Meeting on [Date], underscoring its commitment to advancing biodiversity conservation in [Country]. The meeting focused on crucial agendas, including the mobilization of funding sources and technical expertise necessary for the effective implementation of the Kunming-Montreal Global Biodiversity Framework (KM-GBF).

At the heart of the discussions was the imperative to secure funding and technical support vital for executing the ambitious KM-GBF, aligning national biodiversity goals with global targets. Participants engaged in strategic dialogues aimed at identifying funding mechanisms and fostering partnerships to bolster the nation’s capacity in biodiversity management.

In tandem with these efforts, the Biodiversity Unit of the Directorate provided an update on the ongoing rapid review of the 2016 National Biodiversity Strategy and Action Plan (NBSAP). This comprehensive review process aims to assess the achievements, challenges, and emerging priorities since the adoption of the NBSAP. The insights gleaned from this review will inform strategic adjustments necessary to meet current biodiversity conservation needs and align with international biodiversity frameworks.

The meeting underscored the collaborative spirit among stakeholders, highlighting the collective determination to safeguard our rich biodiversity heritage for future generations. By leveraging these concerted efforts, MESTI and its partners are poised to make substantial strides towards achieving biodiversity conservation targets both nationally and globally.