Cooperation and Partnerships

The role of local authorities

In order to achieve the objectives of the CBD it is essential that the local authorities undertake specific initiatives to implement relevant objectives of the different programmes of work of the CBD within their respective areas of competence. Local authorities should also participate in the development of national policies for the implementation of the Convention on Biological Diversity.

Minister Sigmar GABRIEL (2008)

Cities and Subnational Governments

Decision 15/12 - Engagement with subnational governments, cities and other local authorities to enhance implementation of the Kunming-Montreal Global Biodiversity Framework

COP15 adopted the updated Plan of Action on Subnational Governments, Cities and Other Local Authorities for Biodiversity as a flexible framework to support Parties.

Decision XII/9 - Engagement with subnational and local governments

Decision XI/8 - Engagement of other stakeholders, major groups and subnational authorities