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My Global Advocacy

A crucial part of UN Environment’s work is advocating far and wide for people and planet. We seek to inform, inspire and enable positive action, and galvanise global leadership and promote partnerships. This page summarizes the global reach of our work, including engagements with Member States, businesses and civil society.

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19 Sep 2018 Climate Action, Ocean, seas and coasts, Fresh water
The Vatican: Faith for the Environment

I was honoured to meet Pope Francis at the Vatican to secure his support for several key UN Environment initiatives. Along with legendary hockey player and UN Environment Patron of the Polar region, Slava Fetisov, we updated Pope Francis on the ‘…

FaithEuropeItalyRussian Federation

21 May 2018 Air quality, Cities, Climate Action, Green economy, Ocean, seas and coasts
The Netherlands, Germany, Switzerland and Russia: Building leadership on circular economy, green cities and oceans

My mission to Europe began with the opening of the European Union Green week in Utrecht. Like many cities growing rapidly, people are concerned about keeping cities healthy and making sure they are enjoyable places to stay, live and work in for…

CitiesFinanceMarine LitterEuropeGermanyNetherlands (Kingdom of the)Russian FederationSwitzerland

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