President of the Cooperative Republic of Guyana, His Excellency Dr. Mohamed Irfaan Ali, President of Conservation International Dr. He met with M. Sanjayan to exchange views on the growing global passion on environmental issues, especially in the areas of climate change. protecting forests and preserving biodiversity.

The meeting took place on the margins of the Commonwealth Heads of Government Meeting (CHOGM) in Samoa.

During the meeting, President Ali gave an update on Guyana’s plans to lead the establishment of the Global Biodiversity Alliance, a major initiative aimed at promoting international cooperation in combating biodiversity loss.

He also discussed Guyana’s intention to host the landmark Biodiversity Summit in 2025, which will serve as a platform to advance global efforts in conservation and biodiversity management.

Both leaders underlined the critical role played by Global South countries in solving these global environmental problems. They agreed that there was an urgent need to elevate the leadership of these nations, which are often home to some of the world’s most important ecosystems and are disproportionately affected by climate change and environmental degradation.

Guyana’s leading role in forest conservation, sustainable development and climate finance was the focus of this project, as demonstrated by the world-leading Low Carbon Development Strategy (LCDS) and the issuance of the first carbon credits under the ART-TREES standard. argument.

President Ali reiterated his commitment to ensuring Guyana remains at the forefront of global conservation efforts while advancing economic development through sustainable practices.

He emphasized that Guyana’s approach serves as a model for how countries of the Global South can lead in providing solutions to pressing global environmental challenges.

Dr. Sanjayan applauded Guyana’s leadership and reiterated Conservation International’s support for building on these achievements.

At the end of the meeting, President Ali expressed his satisfaction with the outstanding work of the local team at Conservation International in Guyana.

He acknowledged the success of LCDS and their vital role in supporting conservation efforts in the country, praising their deep engagement with local communities and institutions. (OP)