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Hydro-diplomacy: Bridging the gap between science, policy and action
How we use and share water is a complex issue. It involves diverse groups of people such as farmers and fishermen, energy suppliers and developers, all who are competing for a limited and precious resource. Water use issues typically cross natural, social and political boundaries and can be local, national, regional and global in nature. …
01 Nov 2012 | News story
Freshwater species in Indo-Burma region under threat
An assessment of 2,515 described freshwater species in the Indo-Burma region by the International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN) and partners has revealed that 13% of these species are threatened with extinction. The report comes at a time when large scale hydrological development is underway, or is proposed, throughout this region which is known for its exceptionally high diversity of freshwater species. …
22 Aug 2012 | Media advisory
IUCN invests in rainforest rehabilitation to offset Congress footprint
To help compensate for the greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions associated with the 2012 World Conservation Congress in Jeju, IUCN has selected a credible, sustainable project for effective offsetting. The project is Infapro, by Face the Future, and is based on improved forest management in Borneo. …
03 Aug 2012 | News story
Last few hours for discounts on Congress fees
2012 is a busy year for environmental decision-making, with many large-scale conventions taking place. But the IUCN World Conservation Congress is a unique event with a unique audience. It is the only global summit that represents every aspect of conservation, bringing together leaders of all levels – from governments and international NGOs to academia and local charities. … | French | Spanish
05 Jul 2012 | News story
Water for peace in south Asia
Bangladesh and India have some of the most intricate and complex river systems in the world. The Ganges, Brahmaputra and Meghna, the three major rivers, along with their tributaries drain an area of about 1.75 million square kilometres supporting a population of 620 million people. …
14 Mar 2012 | News story
IUCN State Members come together to meet Aichi Targets through Regional Cooperation
The 5th Asia Regional Conservation Forum (RCF) in Incheon brings together IUCN Members to deliberate on collective action towards achieving Aichi Targets. …
29 Sep 2011 | News story
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Spotlight on food security in Asia
People centered and partnership based solutions were the focus of discussions on food security and coastal conservation during a side session at the 5th Asia Regional Conservation Forum (RCF) in Incheon, Korea. …
29 Sep 2011 | Article
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Regional cooperation essential to conserve plant biodiversity in Asia
A new assessment of plant conservation calls for greater regional collaboration in documentation and conservation in Asia. …
29 Sep 2011 | News story
IUCN Member effectively uses secretariat for outreach
Daejayon, a students’ environmental network from Korea is using IUCN and its secretariat effectively to reach out to universities in new countries …
29 Sep 2011 | Article
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Technology to address Climate Change has to be nature based, says RCF panel
29 Sep 2011 | News story
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Natural Resource Governance Trainers’ Manual Released at the 5th Asia RCF
Joint efforts of IUCN and its Member brings out the first natural resource governance report in Asia
28 Sep 2011 | News story
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The 5th IUCN Asia Regional Conservation Forum Commences in Incheon, Republic of Korea
IUCN lays the foundation for the World Conservation Congress with the 5th Asia Regional Conservation Forum (RCF) in Incheon, Republic of Korea
28 Sep 2011 | News story
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