Updates from Asia-Pacific
Stories from the frontlines of conservation in the Asia-Pacific region
Securing the Future of Pacific Tuna Through a Transformative Climate Grant
A major win for Pacific Island nations: Conservation International and the Pacific Community (SPC) have secured a groundbreaking $107 million grant from the Green Climate Fund (GCF)—one of the largest climate adaptation investments ever made in the Pacific. With an additional $49.3 million in...
February 19, 2025
Indigenous Pala’wan Communities Lead the Philippines’ First Carbon Agreements Under Ancestral Priority Rights
In a historic step for Indigenous-led conservation, two Pala’wan Ancestral Domains have signed the Philippines’ first carbon agreements, ensuring that Indigenous communities retain control over their territories while leveraging carbon financing to protect their forests.
February 13, 2025
Over 555,000 Trees Planted in Eastern Himalayas, Benefiting Thousands
In just four months, Conservation International and partners have restored over 50,000 hectares of land and planted 555,000 trees in the Eastern Himalayas, directly benefiting 4,650 people across Bangladesh, Bhutan, Nepal, and parts of India.
February 10, 2025
Camera Traps Reveal Cambodia’s Central Cardamom Mountains as a Haven for Endangered Wildlife
A new camera trap study reveals Cambodia’s Central Cardamom Mountains as a vital sanctuary for endangered wildlife.
February 9, 2025
Conservation International Launches Partnership with Ant International to support Marine Conservation
Conservation International has partnered with Ant International to launch AquaViva, a marine conservation initiative leveraging digital innovation and partnerships to support healthy oceans.
February 6, 2025