The IUCN World Conservation Congress closed in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates, setting a vision for nature conservation for the next 20 years.
Held under the patronage of President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, the Congress brought together over 10,000 attendees on-site and online.
Notably, the 2025 IUCN Congress was the first to host a World Summit of Indigenous Peoples and Nature.
A call for mobilisation to the entire Union, focusing on data, analysis, convening, and action.
The event marked a significant milestone as the world’s largest and most diverse environmental network gathers to shape the future of nature conservation.
Author's summary: IUCN Congress sets 20-year vision for nature conservation.