The IUCN World Conservation Congress 2025, the world’s largest gathering of conservation leaders, policymakers, and scientists, opened today in Abu Dhabi under the theme “Powering Transformative Conservation.” With just five years remaining to meet critical global biodiversity targets, more than 1,400 member organizations from over 160 countries are convening at the Abu Dhabi National Exhibition Centre from October 9 to 15 to chart new strategies for protecting nature and supporting communities.

The opening ceremony, focused on “Revitalising Global Governance for Nature and People,” featured keynote addresses that underscored the urgency of integrated global action to combat biodiversity loss, climate change, and environmental degradation.

Among the key issues gaining momentum at this ye

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