In the Philippines, land degradation is driven by deforestation, illegal logging, and unregulated urbanization. From 2015 to 2019, the country's forests and productive lands were significantly impacted, contributing to reduced agricultural productivity, increased disaster risks, and loss of biodiversity.
Despite efforts to protect biodiversity, the expansion of protected areas in the Philippines has slowed since 2015. This stagnation threatens the conservation of endemic species and critical habitats, undermining national and global biodiversity goals.
The Philippines is at the forefront of this crisis, with many species facing extinction due to habitat loss, climate change, and illegal wildlife trade. The country's rich biodiversity is under severe threat, and urgent conservation actions are needed to prevent further losses.
Maintain a sustainable marine environment, take immediate action to stop the poaching and trafficking of endangered plant and animal species, and deal with the supply and demand for illicit wildlife goods.
In accordance with commitments under international agreements, make sure that by 2020, terrestrial and inland freshwater ecosystems and their services—in particular, forests, wetlands, mountains, and drylands—are conserved, restored, and used sustainably.
By 2020, put policies in place to stop the spread of invasive alien species, drastically lessen their negative effects on aquatic and terrestrial ecosystems, and eliminate or control priority species.
This initiative focuses on conserving and managing the Philippines' protected areas, which are critical for biodiversity and ecosystem services. It involves enhancing the legal framework, improving infrastructure, and engaging local communities in conservation efforts.
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This program aims to safeguard the country's wildlife through habitat protection, anti-poaching efforts, and the rehabilitation of endangered species, ensuring the survival of the Philippines' unique biodiversity.
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This program is a large-scale reforestation effort aimed at restoring degraded forests, enhancing carbon sequestration, and improving the livelihoods of communities through sustainable forestry practices.
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