Leaders from eight Amazon nations concluded the Fifth Presidential Summit of the Amazon Cooperation Treaty in Bogotá, Colombia, on August 21, marking a pivotal step in regional climate collaboration. The four-day event focused on aligning environmental priorities to protect the world's largest rainforest, a critical carbon sink under threat from deforestation and industrial expansion.
Hosted by Colombian President Gustavo Petro, the summit emphasized cross-border strategies to combat climate change, promote sustainable development, and safeguard Indigenous communities. Discussions highlighted the need for unified policies ahead of global climate talks like COP28, with member states pledging to strengthen monitoring systems and biodiversity conservation efforts.
President Petro underscored the Amazon's role in global climate stability during his closing address, stating: "This is not just a regional concern but a planetary imperative." The summit’s outcomes are expected to influence international climate financing mechanisms and green investment frameworks across South America.
CGTN correspondent Michelle Begue provided detailed coverage of the proceedings, noting increased momentum for joint scientific research initiatives among participating nations.
