2023 nature politics in review, looking out to 2024

2023 was full of challenging battles for nature, marked by both victories and losses. So, let’s have a look at what happened in European nature politics and delve into what lies ahead in the new year!

Written by Caroline Herman

The first EU law to restore nature on a homestretch

In 2023, our efforts were primarily focused on making the first European law to restore nature a reality—a journey that was, and continues to be, not without challenges. In July, the proposal withstood a crucial vote in the European Parliament, thanks to unprecedented mobilizations by EU citizens. Last November, a final deal was reached among the European Parliament, Council, and Commission, gaining an overwhelming majority of votes from the Environment Committee of the European Parliament. The law is now just two steps away from becoming a reality: adoption by the European Parliament in plenary in February 2024 and the formal approval by Member States in March. Stay tuned!

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https://www.birdlife.org/news/2024/01/10/2023-nature-politics-in-review-looking-out-to-2024/

Al Hima Magazine 6th Issue

The Society for the Protection of Nature in Lebanon (SPNL) has released the sixth issue of Al Hima magazine, focusing on the upcoming IUCN World Conservation Congress in Abu Dhabi (October 8–15, 2025), where SPNL will join four key sessions. The issue features an exclusive interview with IUCN President Razan Al Mubarak, who emphasizes aligning IUCN’s work with global biodiversity agendas, governance, member responsiveness, multilateral engagement, ethical use of technology, and amplifying diverse voices.

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