Ministers and leaders from over 180 nations gathered in Nairobi for the sixth session of the United Nations Environment Assembly (UNEA-6) on Monday, to address climate change, biodiversity loss, and pollution. More than 7,000 delegates and 170 ministers are expected to participate until March 1.
The focus is on strengthening environmental multilateralism to tackle the triple planetary crisis. Discussions will include resolutions on nature-based solutions, highly hazardous pesticides, land degradation, and more.
The UNEA is the highest decision-making body on the environment globally with all 193 UN member states as members. It sets priorities for global environmental policies and develops international environmental law.
President of UNEA-6, Leila Benali emphasized the need for effective multilateralism to make a tangible difference amidst turmoil caused by climate change, species extinction, and pollution.
This year, UNEA-6 will see countries deliberating on 19 resolutions covering various environmental issues. The discussions are part of a broader effort to promote ambitious multilateral action on the environment.
Delegates at the event will include heads of state, government representatives, civil society, and private sector leaders. Dialogues and side events are expected to pave the way for enhanced global and regional coordination in addressing planetary challenges.
