Unlike certain sectors, such as agriculture and fisheries, biodiversity is not an economic sector, which makes tracking spending at the national level difficult. To address this issue, the UNDP’s Biodiversity Finance Initiative (BIOFIN) has been working since 2012 to improve biodiversity management...Read more
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N. Nirannoot, A. Abdelmaksoud, S. Barrameda, R. Pant, A. Plantilla, B. Shantiko, R. Wijethunga, and Y. Wei Yan Phetchaburi province, located 120 km south of Bangkok, is celebrated as Thailand's "capital of birdwatching." This vibrant region boasts rich biodiversity and diverse ecosystems, including...Read more
Removing harmful subsidies in Thailand
The historic Mrigadayavan Palace is located on the Gulf of Thailand and has long been a cultural and architectural heritage symbol. It was built in 1924 by King Rama VI in Phetchaburi. The palace and the surrounding coastal landscape have withstood the effects of coastal erosion in the past. However...Read more
Photo: UNDP Bhutan / Karma Jamtsho. Around 34 key individuals from various relevant stakeholders came together to attend the capacity building workshop.
Aiming to bridge the biodiversity financing gap and support sustainable development, the UNDP Biodiversity Finance Initiative (BIOFIN) conducted a one-day capacity-building workshop in Thimphu. The workshop equipped Royal Government of Bhutan (RGoB) officials with innovative financing tools and stra...Read more
Photo: Nyungwe National Park, Rwanda
In Rwanda, biodiversity plays a significant role in supporting sustainable development, contributing to thriving communities, ecosystem services, and tourism revenues. Recognizing this, the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) works closely with the Government of Rwanda to ensure that biodive...Read more