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Source-This post on United Nations Forum on Forests is based on the article “Early warning systems and controlled burning for forest fire management in talks at UN Forum on Forests” published in “Down to Earth” on 13th May 2024.
Why in the News?
During the 19th Session of the United Nations Forum on Forests (UNFF19), delegates have been engaging in informal negotiations, concerning the draft texts of the High-Level Declaration.
About United Nations Forum on Forests
| Aspects | Description |
| About | The UNFF was formed in 2000 under the UN Economic and Social Council (ECOSOC). |
| Aim | It aims to support the sustainable management, conservation, and development of forests worldwide. |
| Key Objectives | 1. The 19th session declaration emphasizes the importance of a high-level political commitment to forest protection. 2. It outlines specific actions for effectively implementing the UN Strategic Plan for Forests (UNSPF) by UNFF and its stakeholders. |
| Membership | 1. UNFF has universal membership, including all United Nations member states and specialized agencies. 2. India is one of the founding members of UNFF. |
| Annual Meetings | 1. The Forum convenes annually at the UN Headquarters in New York. 2. It brings together representatives from all member states and forest-related agencies. 3. In odd years, discussions focus on technical matters, while policy issues are addressed in even years. |
About UN Strategic Plan for Forests 2017-2030
| Aspects | Description |
| Purpose | The plan offers a comprehensive global framework for actions aimed at sustainably managing all types of forests and trees outside forests. |
| Scope | Its primary goal is to halt deforestation and forest degradation. |
| Alignment with Global Agendas | Aligned with key global initiatives, the UNSPF supports the implementation of the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development, the Paris Agreement under the UN Framework Convention on Climate Change, the Convention on Biological Diversity, and the UN Convention to Combat Desertification. |
| Framework for Collaboration | 1. It provides a structured framework for coordinating forest-related efforts across the UN system and fostering collaboration and synergy among UN bodies and partners. 2. By serving as a reference point, it enhances coherence in forest-related work at all levels. |
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