First Draft of UNEA-6 Ministerial Declaration: WWF Recommendations

This recommendations document outlines the World Wide Fund for Nature’s formal response to the initial draft of the ministerial declaration for the sixth United Nations Environment Assembly. The text establishes a framework for coordinated multilateral action to address the interconnected environmental crises of climate change, biodiversity loss, and pollution. It emphasizes the necessity of science-based approaches, inclusive governance, and the integration of indigenous knowledge to strengthen global resilience. The scope covers various international agreements, including the Global Biodiversity Framework and the Paris Agreement, while advocating for a whole-of-government transition toward sustainable production and consumption.