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A historic day for oceans!
The entry into force of the #BBNJ Agreement #HighSeasTreaty establishes a binding international legal framework for the protection of marine #biodiversity. Germany actively advocated for this agreement.

2025 was another year of rising crises and conflict. To find common solutions to global problems, Germany remains committed to the United Nations. From Berlin, Geneva, Paris, Rome, New York and beyond: we are a steadfast partner in advancing respect, justice & peace.
#2025Wrapped

COP30: FAO warns climate funding gap threatens agrifood systems transformation Belém, Brazil – Transforming global agrifood systems to be more efficient, inclusive, resilient, and sustainable is critical to meeting the Paris Agreement targets on climate change. Yet, the persistent shortfall in climate finance represents “a lost opportunity” for a sector...

COP30: FAO warns climate funding gap threatens agrifood systems transformation
->Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations | More from Lil Dr Glen EcoChat at BigEarthData.ai

🇩🇪 The idea is simple: act early, before a problem turns into an irreversible disaster. That’s what CRAF’d (Complex Risk Analytics Fund) is all about – and Germany is supporting it. #DataForGood #EarlyWarning #EarlyAction
@aa-stabilisiert.bsky.social @un-mptf-office.bsky.social

Halfway through the Committee on World Food Security (CFS) #CFS53 Plenary — one clear message: fair, resilient, and climate-aware food systems need all voices.
Our video looks back at Monday’s opening session.
@fao.org @de.wfp.org @ifad.org @ifpri.org @bmz.de @bmleh.de
#RightToFood #FoodSecurity

Sustainable #FoodSystems matter for climate, nature, and justice. From Rome, the 🇩🇪 representation to @fao.org @de.wfp.org @wfp.org @ifad.org highlights animal and aquatic systems at #ClimateWeekNYC.
#ClimateAction #FoodJustice #AnimalAndAquatic

Great to see this, ‪@stacyjupiter.bsky.social !
Germany 🇩🇪, through @bmz.de, is a founding partner and funds these projects – a welcome piece of good news.
@blueactionfund.org #MarineConservation #biodiversity

Building a strong society starts with its children. Healthy, educated minds are the irreplaceable foundation of our future. #SchoolFeeding #FutureGenerations #FoodSystems #ChildNutrition
@wfp.org @de.wfp.org @unicef.org @unhcr.org @hlpe-fsn.bsky.social @scalingupnutrition.org

Germany supports the New York Declaration as part of our long-standing commitment to the #2StateSolution and peace in the region.

Only a negotiated two-state solution will enable Palestinians and Israelis to live side by side in peace and security.

🇩🇪 We in Rome consider #AntimicrobialResistance a crucial global challenge, affecting humanity and, in #nexus, our #FoodSystems – a reminder to prioritize sustainable and responsible practices every day.
@fao.org @wfp.org @de.wfp.org @ifad.org

Today at the #AfricaClimateSummit, Africa’s future is on the agenda: energy access, forests as a global climate factor, and climate-resilient infrastructure. 🌍
👉 Learn more via GIZ newsroom: bit.ly/3XyZabc
@giz.de @jochenflasbarth.bsky.social @umweltministerium.de @bmleh.de @greenclimate.fund

Powerful kick-off for the EU HoMs #GroupOfFriends on the CFS, launched by Denmark! First meeting in #Rome shows EU unity, multilateral action, and a clear stand against disinformation.
@fao.org @wfp.org @de.wfp.org @ifad.org @
#CFS #FoodSecurity #EU

State Secretary Markus Schick @bmleh.de opened the 11th Germany–China Agricultural Week in Chengdu, hosted by Sino-German Agricultural Centre—uniting politics, business & science to advance sustainable agriculture. #Agroecology #FoodSecurity #LivestockFarming #SoilsProtection

Friday morning, and this photo made my day! 🌞🐢
Love seeing community-led #conservation—protecting #GreenTurtles is vital for #MarineBiodiversity & #SustainableOceans. 💚💪 Huge thanks to everyone involved! @blueactionfund.org @oceancare.bsky.social @umweltministerium.de @jochenflasbarth.bsky.social

Strong social foundations start with spaces for #youth: The #YouthHouse in #Berlin is an open hub for youth work and #culture – events, advice, creativity, rehearsals & community. Empowered youth today, tackling social challenges tomorrow! #HausDerJugend #Prevention #Future

#FRC confirms: #Famine is hitting #Gaza and will soon worsen in Deir al-Balah and Khan Younis. Civilians face severe risk. Unhindered access to #food, #medicine, and #assistance is vital. Germany 🇩🇪 calls for urgent protection and #HumanitarianRelief. #IPC #HumanRights @fao.org @de.wfp.org

#INC5 shows both strong will for progress and setbacks. The right answer now is to stand up and continue with constructive engagement towards a #GlobalPlasticsAgreement.
#PlasticPollution #OceanLifeWithoutPlastic
@umweltministerium.de @unep.org @oceanknigge.bsky.social @greenpeace.eu

And I am not alone: Together with @oceancecilia.bsky.social I will share our marine conservation funding experiences from @blueactionfund.org & beyond. Thanks for trust in us @umweltministerium.de @oceanunger.bsky.social @carlosduartephd.bsky.social (2/2)

Congrats! 👏 Surprised not to see #OceanOptimism 😉 #Corals aren’t just stunning — they’re vital to a quarter of #MarineLife. Their survival depends on #Science and #Technology. @blueactionfund.org @umweltministerium.de @cordap.bsky.social
#UNOceanConference2025 #Nice

We welcome @jochenflasbarth.bsky.social engagement in Beijing and his call for greater climate ambition ahead of #COP30.
For lasting impact, #ClimateAction must also strengthen #FoodSecurity and #Resilience – especially in the most affected regions.
#UNClimateConference #Adaptation #GermanyChina

The #RightToFood and #RioConventions - #Climate , #Biodiversity, #Desertification - address shared global challenges.
Access to adequate #food can boost #EnvironmentalAction — and vice versa.
@hlpe-fsn.bsky.social explores how rights-based approaches support sustainability 👇
@bmleh.de @fao.org

As German Foreign Minister #JohannWadephul emphasized: With rising #humanitarian needs and shrinking #resources, better #coordination and #efficiency are essential. 🇩🇪, as one of the largest #donors, supports efforts to reform the #HumanitarianSystem.
@tomfletcherun.bsky.social @bmz.de @giz.de

Save the date! 🗓️ The 4th #UkraineRecoveryConference #URC2025 brings together governments, businesses & civil society to unite for Ukraine’s recovery. 🇺🇦
More info: www.urc-international.com
What Ukrainians want: bit.ly/3TXaDFb
@aa-stabilisiert.bsky.social @aussenminister.diplo.de @chathamhouse.org

📣 Counting down to #HLPF 2025!

Here’s what to expect when the world gathers to assess progress towards the #GlobalGoals.

🗺️37 nations will share efforts
🔎Focus on #SDGs 3, 5, 8, 14 & 17
📍Many special & side events
📺 Watch live on UN Web TV

🔗hlpf.un.org/2025 #2030Agenda

🌍 Introducing #IKI Large Grants – the newest pillar in IKI's funding landscape! Designed to support ambitious, multi-actor projects on climate & biodiversity through one global call for ideas per year. #IKICompete ‪@umweltministerium.de‬ @bmwe-bund.bsky.social‬ @diplo.de‬

Info 👉 buff.ly/8M7oo3y

New day, big news: #Germany joins the @FAO Council! Congrats to all elected members. Looking forward to working with #Egypt’s @Mina_Attia as new #IndependentChairperson. Thumbs up to the #GermanDelegation for their night-long commitment! @germanyintheeu.bsky.social

While @fao.org hosts its #44thConference in hot #Rome, media explode with #ClimateDisaster headlines in summer — but go quiet in winter. #ClimateChange doesn’t take seasons off. Everyone knows their part to play.
#ClimateAction #FAO44
@bmuv.bsky.social @greenclimate.fund @climatemorgan.bsky.social

Despite tough conditions & limited resources, it’s amazing to see #WFP teams reach 124.4 million people with #FoodAssistance in 2024.
Many thanks to @de.wfp.org and everyone making it happen. 🇩🇪 is happy to support!
@aa-stabilisiert.bsky.social @giz.de
#HumanitarianAssistance #ClimateChange #Crisis

On the 20th anniversary of the #ResponsibilityToProtect, Germany warns: violence against civilians is rising sharply. #Prevention, #EarlyWarningSystems, and #Accountability must be strengthened. #R2P #AtrocityPrevention #HumanRights #VolkerTurk #InternationalLaw

Today at 42nd #GCF Board: #GreenClimateFund approved $300M+ for FAO projects protecting #forests, #SustainableFisheries, and Africa’s #GreatGreenWall .
🇩🇪 Germany welcomes these key #climate initiatives.
@bmuv.bsky.social @giz.de @aa-stabilisiert.bsky.social @fao.org
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