《湿地公约》第十五届缔约方大会呼吁—— 加强湿地长期保护 助力可持续发展

Core Viewpoint - The 15th Conference of the Parties to the Ramsar Convention on Wetlands emphasized the importance of wetland protection and restoration for sustainable ecological heritage, highlighting the need for international cooperation and investment in wetland ecosystems [1][2]. Group 1: Importance of Wetlands - Wetlands are crucial for regulating water sources, enhancing climate resilience, maintaining biodiversity, and ensuring food security, making them an indispensable part of global ecosystems [1]. - The global wetland loss rate is approximately 0.52% per year, driven by land use changes and climate change, leading to significant ecological risks [1]. Group 2: International Cooperation and Initiatives - The conference called for enhanced collaboration among countries, international organizations, and the private sector to ensure the long-term protection of wetland ecosystems [1][2]. - The "International Wetland City" certification mechanism was launched to encourage cities to protect wetlands and integrate them into sustainable development planning, with 31 cities from 16 countries receiving certification [2]. Group 3: China's Role in Wetland Protection - China has made significant progress in wetland protection, maintaining over 56.35 million hectares of wetland area and increasing mangrove area by 0.83 thousand hectares [3]. - China proposed two resolutions at the conference focusing on enhancing national actions and international cooperation for migratory bird habitats and integrating new technologies with traditional knowledge for wetland management [3].