In a momentous collaboration with the Chinese Academy of Sciences (CAS) Biodiversity Committee and other esteemed partners, IUCN successfully hosted the first International Symposium on Urban Biodiversity and Sustainable Development (Asia Region) from 20 – 21 February 2025 at the Institute of Urban Environment, Chinese Academy of Sciences, Xiamen, China. This landmark event drew 140 representatives from 31 universities, 14 research institutions, and 21 other organisations worldwide, serving as a crucial platform for in-depth discussions on the intricate relationship between urban development and biodiversity conservation.
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