COP16: Important outcomes despite crucial issues unresolved

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This AXA IM report analyzes outcomes from COP16, emphasizing biodiversity as a growing priority for investors and policymakers.

• Key Achievements: Establishment of the Cali Fund for benefit-sharing with indigenous communities and expanded private sector commitments to biodiversity metrics and disclosures.

• Challenges: Lack of agreement on a comprehensive resource mobilization strategy and no finalized framework for biodiversity monitoring.

• Private Sector Engagement: Record participation highlighted biodiversity as a strategic focus, with progress in nature-based financial instruments like biodiversity credits and green bonds.

For a detailed analysis of COP16's impact on global finance and policy, access the full report.

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