In a historic move, India is spearheading international collaboration to combat the escalating crisis of forest fires and enhance sustainable forest management. The United Nations Forum on Forests (UNFF) meeting, convened at the iconic Forest Research Institute in Dehradun, is set to kick off tomorrow, uniting over 30 nations and 20 organizations from diverse corners of the globe.
The Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change (MoEFCC) has shared the news on X.
India takes the initiative for hosting a United Nations Forum on Forests (UNFF) meeting, at @FRIDEHRADUN, from October 26 to 28.
— MoEF&CC (@moefcc) October 24, 2023
More than 30 countries and 20 organizations from different parts of the world are participating. #MoEFCC #UNFF (1/3) pic.twitter.com/WDF0IOr574
The three-day conference, from October 26 to 28, will zero in on two critical areas: forest fires/wildfires and forest certification alongside sustainable forest management practices. Delegates will engage in extensive discussions, sharing invaluable insights and best practices, fostering global cooperation. This initiative not only aims to address pressing issues at the grassroots level but also acts as a vital precursor to the upcoming 19th session of the United Nations Forum on Forests, slated to be held at the UN headquarters.
