Article @thelancetplanet.bsky.social highlights wetlands as "critical water connectors across the Rio Conventions" & key to planetary health, with new resolutions adopted at #RamsarCOP15 providing "catalytic entry points for public health sector support" #synergies www.thelancet.com/journals/lan...
The GEN is at the @ramsar.org Executive Briefing on #RamsarCOP15 outcomes, highlighting various successes made in #Zimbabwe on furthering the protection and wise use of wetlands, adopting 25 draft resolutions & Victoria Falls Declaration.
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🌿 𝗥𝗘𝗦𝗧𝗢𝗥𝗘𝟰𝗖𝘀 joined global leaders at #RamsarCOP15 in Zimbabwe 🇿🇼 to showcase how #wetlands are key to #ClimateAction 💧
At a special event led by 𝗠𝗲𝗱𝗪𝗲𝘁 & 𝗜𝗨𝗖𝗡 𝗢𝗥𝗠𝗔𝗖𝗖, we shared tools, training, and #policy insights to scale restoration across Europe 🇪🇺
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The Secretary General Dr Musonda Mumba today paid a courtesy visit to His Excellency Hakainde Hichilema, President of the Republic of Zambia, highlighting the outcomes of the #WetlandsCOP15 and the priorities for the upcoming Triennium (2025–2028).
#RamsarCOP15 #COP15Zimbabwe #WetlandsMatter
Last week the global community wrapped up #RamsarCOP15 in Victoria Falls!
BirdLife and partners stood strong for wetlands, advocating for restoration, protection, and action.
Catch the key takeaways from the conference here 👉
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#RamsarCOP15 ｜Marianne Courouble & Chris Rostron from MedWet, representing the Mediterranean Biodiversity Consortium & #RESCOM project.
📹 Stay tuned for some short videos to follow. A side event also highlighted the impact of CMB’s work through a multi-ecosystem, #NatureBasedSolutions approach 🌱🌊.
Delegates at #RamsarCOP15, casting votes by secret ballot, adopted Ukraine’s draft resolution on extension of Resolution XIV.20, to continue assessment of the impact of the Russian Federation's aggression on Ukraine's wetlands.
Panama offers to host the Sixteenth Meeting of the Ramsar Convention on Wetlands, to be held in Panama City in July 2028. #RamsarCOP15 delegates accepted the offer by acclamation. #WetlandsMatter
Down to the wire: On the last day of #RamsarCOP15, divergent views on the fifth Strategic Plan center on inclusion of reference to the Rio Declaration, common but differentiated responsibilities, and gender equality. Informal discussions will continue. #WetlandsMatter #WetlandsForOurCommonFuture
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Delegates at #RamsarCOP15 approve a historic 4.1% budget increase for the next biennium, 2026 to 2028, with an effective increase of 1.8% from parties’ contributions, 2.1% from partial use of the surplus fund, and 0.2% from other sources. #WetlandsMatter Photo | Ramsar Conventions on Wetlands
Making its first appearance at #RamsarCOP15, the US objects to text on: climate change; diversity, equity, and inclusion; gender identity; 2030 Agenda and Sustainable Development Goals; and a budget with more than zero nominal growth, noting it will not block consensus. #WetlandsForOurCommonFuture
The image shows a wetland with green plants, calm water, and a cloudy blue sky. The text reads: “Global Wetland Outlook: Conserving and restoring the world’s wetlands is an urgent global priority for people and our planet. 2025 Special Edition.” At the top right is the Ramsar Convention on Wetlands logo, and at the bottom left is “www.ramsar.org.”
With #RamsarCOP15 underway to boost global efforts for wetland conservation, the @ramsar.org #GlobalWetlandOutlook2025 highlights crucial global data on the state of wetlands and the urgent restoration solutions required.
Browse the report: www.global-wetland-outlook.ramsar.org
The Secretary General Dr Musonda Mumba today met with Dr Steve Boyes, Fernando Trujillo, a voice for wetlands & David Garrett all from the National Geographic, underscoring the importance of the role of science & storytelling in communicating about wetland conservation across the globe. #RamsarCOP15
"Water doesn’t come from the tap. It comes from catchments. It comes from wetlands. And these wetlands are protected by people." – Elizabeth Wathuti, Global Environmentalist.
🎥Why should communities be at the center of wetland conservation? Watch her take.
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On selection criteria for a new @ramsar.org Secretary General, #RamsarCOP15 delegates remained divided on whether merit should be the primary criterion, with gender or regionality a secondary vs. equal consideration. #WetlandsForOurCommonFuture Photo: Ramsar Convention on Wetlands
Today, delegates attending #COP15Zimbabwe had the opportunity to visit Kasibo Wetland, gaining insights into the ecological diversity and local conservation efforts at this vital site.
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As #RamsarCOP15 continues, BirdLife CEO Martin Harper highlights the urgency of protecting wetlands, life-sustaining ecosystems that support billions of people and countless species worldwide.
Watch the Interview here: ow.ly/5OIM50WvEOm
The interview starts from 12:00
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Estonia, speaking at #RamsarCOP15, said the Secretariat's report on damage to Ukraine’s wetlands underlines the need for a long-term monitoring program to determine the full range of damage, and noted ongoing changes in ecological character of Ukraine’s wetlands may be occurring. #WetlandsMatter
“We can’t leave Victoria Falls without a Strategic Plan.” Noting little progress despite two years’ efforts, BirdLife International, for the International Organization Partners, called for action at #RamsarCOP15, saying @ramsar.org needs clear directions, goals, and targets for the next 10 years.
“Fasten your seatbelts.” #RamsarCOP15 Alternate President Tadeous Chifamba urged greater momentum to ensure delegates could complete initial review of the original 28 draft resolutions by day's end. #WetlandsMatter #WetlandsForOurCommonFuture
🌱 Happy World Mangrove Day! 🌊
These climate hero habitats are at a 50% risk of collapse. But hope grows—like in 🇵🇭 with Oceanus Conservation + globally via the Mangrove Breakthrough.
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Today at #RamsarCOP15, during the Wetlands Conservation in Africa side event, Dr. Lloyd from BirdLife South Africa shared new Best Practice Guidelines for High-Elevation Wetland and Peatland Management, supporting stronger, science-based protection.
📘 Explore the guidelines here: ow.ly/CP8P50WvE2n
Morocco, speaking on the amended draft resolution on the Ramsar List, joined a chorus of opposition. Most requested its withdrawal, stating it could require the Secretariat to wade into territorial disputes. Further action at #RamsarCOP15 awaits a legal opinion by the Secretariat. #WetlandsMatter
#RamsarCOP15 Panel discussion at the Wetlands Conservation in Africa side event, with panellists highlighting their wetlands conservation experiences in Zimbabwe, Uganda, Kenya and South Africa
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What an impactful day yesterday at the Zim Pavilion! A dialogue that brought together children, youth, policymakers, and experts for a crucial Wetlands and Climate Action Children and Youth Dialogue. It paves way for more inclusive and effective environmental policies. #WetlandsDialogue #ramsarcop15
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#BirdLife partners host a side event on strengthening #Wetland Conservation: From Policy to Practice. The event focuses on key issues, challenges, and opportunities in wetland conservation across #Africa and beyond, with a particular emphasis on turning policy into tangible action.
The #RamsarCOP15 Bureau added a draft resolution from Ukraine, relating to Resolution XIV.20, which directed the Secretariat to conduct an assessment of Ukraine’s Ramsar Sites affected by the aggression of the Russian Federation. The resolution will be considered after the original 28 are heard.
Delegates at #RamsarCOP15 began discussions on draft resolutions, first focusing on the budget and finance resolution, which outlines 4 scenarios for increases, ranging from 0% (default) to 11.3%, with increases contingent on contracting parties' willingness to increase assessed party contributions.
