Running until March 29 in this city in Mato Grosso do Sul, the meeting brings together representatives from more than 130 countries and places Brazil at the center of international discussions on biodiversity conservation.

Lula’s presence at the opening ceremony follows the special session held on Sunday, when the president met with leaders and diplomatic representatives to strengthen political commitments and guide cooperation on environmental matters.

The event brings together governments, scientists, international organizations, and members of civil society to discuss solutions aimed at protecting migratory species, their habitats, and migration routes.

During the Conference, plenary sessions will be held in which countries will define the work agenda, as well as discussions on governance, budget, and strategic planning for the convention over the next three years.

The negotiations will take place in committees and thematic groups that will address the conservation status of migratory species, the impact of climate change, ecological connectivity, and the effects of human activities.

COP15 marks the beginning of a new three-year cycle of negotiations within the convention, a United Nations environmental treaty in force since 1979 that seeks to guarantee the protection of migratory species and their migration routes on a global scale.

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