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National biodiversity plans are stronger when Indigenous Peoples have decision-making power, report says

Published 13:36 on February 10, 2026 / Last updated at 13:36 on February 10, 2026 / / Asia Pacific (Asia), International (UN Nature & Biodiversity Talks), Nature & Biodiversity (Policy)

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An Indigenous rights organisation has reviewed the national biodiversity plans of 10 Asian countries, highlighting Indigenous Peoples’ (IPs) experiences with the process and concluding that planning is weakened by missed engagement opportunities.
An Indigenous rights organisation has reviewed the national biodiversity plans of 10 Asian countries, highlighting Indigenous Peoples’ (IPs) experiences with the process and concluding that planning is weakened by missed engagement opportunities.


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