Forestry Leaders From 20 Countries Unite in Thailand to Promote ‘Healthy Forests Feed the Future’ Vision

Forestry leaders from 20 countries unite in Thailand to promote ‘Healthy Forests Feed the Future’ vision

Over 120 forestry experts and officials from 20 Asia-Pacific countries have gathered in Chiang Mai, Thailand, to address deforestation, biodiversity loss, and the growing impact of climate change on forest ecosystems. The five-day meeting aims to strengthen regional cooperation and policy action under the theme “Healthy Forests Feed the Future.” The Thirty-First Session of the Asia-Pacific Forestry Commission (APFC) and Asia-Pacific Forestry Wee…

Experts meet in Chiang Mai on forest sustainability and food security - Global News Pakistan

Chiang Mai/Bangkok – Forests sustain over 22 million people, supporting livelihoods, food security, and agricultural productivity through ecosystem services such as pollination, soil fertility, and water regulation. They also act as carbon sinks and harbor rich biodiversity, making them critical to achieving the Paris Agreement, the Kunming–Montreal Global Biodiversity Framework, and the Sustainable Development Goals.Yet, forests face growing pr…