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International Day for Biological Diversity (Convention Anniversary) Observed.

Important Days | Dated: 29 Dec 2025

While the UN observes the International Day for Biological Diversity in May, December 29 marks the historic anniversary of the entry into force of the Convention on Biological Diversity (CBD) in 1993. Environmental organizations across India organized seminars focusing on the "Kunming-Montreal Global Biodiversity Framework" (GBF). The discussions centered on India's progress towards the "30x30" target.

🎯 Key Highlights:

  • The 30x30 target aims to conserve 30% of the world's land and oceans by 2030.
  • India updated its National Biodiversity Strategy and Action Plan (NBSAP) to align with global goals.
  • The National Biodiversity Authority (NBA) highlighted the success of Access and Benefit Sharing (ABS) mechanisms.

💡 Other Important Facts:

  • Event: Anniversary of CBD Entry into Force.
  • Date: December 29.
  • Key Goal: 30x30 Target.

📚 Test Your Knowledge:

December 29 marks the entry into force of which major international environmental treaty in 1993?

Correct Answer: Convention on Biological Diversity

🚀 Quick Recap:

About CBD

  • Signed – 1992 (Rio Earth Summit)
  • Secretariat – Montreal, Canada