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71st Meeting of the GEF Council and 8th GEF Assembly - International First Semester

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Organization
Global Environment Facility (GEF)
Date & Time
May 30, 2026, 00:00 UTC-3 - Jun 06, 2026, 23:59 UTC-3
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Location
Samarkand, Uzbequistão, Ásia
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Description

The 71st GEF Council Meeting and 8th GEF Assembly, scheduled for May 30–June 6, 2026 in Samarkand, Uzbekistan, will focus on shaping global environmental finance and governance. Delegates will review GEF policy, operations, and membership, approve amendments, and guide the upcoming GEF-9 funding cycle. Discussions will center on mobilizing resources for biodiversity, climate resilience, chemicals, and land restoration through innovative financing models and partnerships. High-level roundtables and a Civil Society Organization forum will foster dialogue on strategic investments and inclusive approaches. The event aims to secure significant funding commitments and co-financing to accelerate transformative environmental action worldwide.

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