On International Day for Biological Diversity (May 22), China highlights its commitment to biodiversity protection, emphasizing its role as an early signatory to the Convention on Biological Diversity and its unique approach to conservation.
Shanghai hosted an event on May 22 for International Day for Biological Diversity. Minister Huang Runqiu and Mayor Gong Zheng emphasized China's commitment to biodiversity protection and ecological civilization, highlighting national efforts and Shanghai's local initiatives.
On International Day for Biological Diversity, China highlights its commitment to ecological protection and green development. The country is implementing various initiatives, from safeguarding ancient tea trees in Fujian to relocating badgers in Shanghai and boosting wild elk populations in Gansu, contributing 'Chinese solutions' to global biodiversity efforts.
Since the "14th Five-Year Plan" period, Beijing has made significant achievements in biodiversity protection, with ecological environment quality steadily improving. Rare species are frequently appearing, and the city's biodiversity level ranks among the top global metropolises.
On May 22nd, China marked International Day for Biological Diversity with an event in Shanghai. The Ministry of Ecology and Environment released its 7th National Report on the Convention on Biological Diversity, highlighting progress on 21 out of 27 national targets and showcasing efforts in species recovery and habitat protection.
China is advancing its biodiversity protection strategy by establishing a national park system, implementing major conservation projects, and improving governance. The country aims to enhance ecosystem diversity and protect endangered species, focusing on institutional innovation, technological integration, sustainable utilization, ecological culture, and collaborative governance.
Guangdong Province launched its Biodiversity Protection Week in Qingyuan City on May 19, 2026, releasing the "2025 Guangdong Province Ecological Quality Sample Site Biodiversity Monitoring Report." The event highlighted the province's efforts in biodiversity conservation, including population growth of rare species and protection of endangered plants.
