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Lima, May 29, 2023- Within the framework of the 50th anniversary of , the 6th National Meeting of Biosphere Reserves of Peru was successfully held in Cusco. The event, which took place on May 24th and 25th, brought together representatives from the 7 biosphere reserves of Peru and the transboundary reserve, as well as regional and local authorities from different parts of the country. It also gathered representatives from national and international public and private institutions involved in the protection and development of Peru's biosphere reserves. The closing ceremony of the event was led by the Minister of the Environment, Albina Ruiz Ríos, together with the head of SERNANP, José Nieto Navarrete, and the UNESCO Representative in Peru, Guiomar Alonso Cano.

The meeting, organized by UNESCO Peru and the National Service of Natural Protected Areas by the State (SERNANP), an agency under the Ministry of the Environment, aimed to establish joint national actions for conservation and sustainable development. It also aimed to learn about the experiences and challenges faced by the different biosphere reserves of Peru within the framework of the Lima Action Plan. Lastly, the event aimed to generate synergies to strengthen the management of biosphere reserves through institutions interested in supporting initiatives in this type of landscape. This activity was made possible thanks to the Amazonía Project, with the support of Moët Hennessy Louis Vuitton and UNESCO.

It is worth noting that Biosphere Reserves are internationally recognized areas of terrestrial or aquatic ecosystems by UNESCO for their proven sustainable development, territorial planning, and innovation. These representative areas of terrestrial and aquatic environments were created to promote a balanced relationship between humans and nature.

The opening of the event was carried out by the General Manager of SERNANP, Rosina Manche Mantero, who highlighted that this event represents an opportunity to reflect on the importance of biosphere reserves as models of sustainability and harmonious coexistence. She added, "They represent true living laboratories where scientific research, environmental education, and community participation come together to promote a sustainable future."

John Florez, head of Manu National Park, emphasized that Biosphere Reserves "seek to harmonize the relationship with nature and promote research. Their main purpose is to reconcile sustainable development with economic and social development."

At the end of the second day, Guiomar Alonso, UNESCO Representative in Peru, emphasized pending tasks: "Building institutional capacity and a network in Biosphere Reserves. Sharing experiences, developing joint projects, and building common objectives for all reserves are medium and long-term tasks that are also necessary," she stated.

Finally, Albina Ruiz, Minister of the Environment, closed the event by highlighting, "I want to acknowledge UNESCO and International Cooperation for their commitment to the MAB Program because it has shown that it works. We are allies and we appreciate what they have been doing. From MINAM, we have decided to fight against Climate Change and strongly defend environmental activists," she concluded.

From UNESCO, we reaffirm our commitment to continue strengthening support for MAB contributions to promote sustainable development within the context of the Sustainable Development Goals in Peru.