Policy Statement: Advancing Global Environmental Governance - UNEP Policy Statement and Strategic Directions

This policy statement reviews the United Nations Environment Programme’s achievements in 2012 and outlines priorities following the Rio+20 Conference. It highlights progress in climate change, ecosystem management, environmental governance, chemicals management and resource efficiency. The statement discusses institutional reforms, partnerships, financing, and future work programmes, emphasising integrated approaches linking environmental sustainability with economic development, social equity and human well-being