Over 140 countries agree on biodiversity funding plan

More than 140 countries reached an agreement on a funding plan to protect biodiversity at UN talks in Rome. This deal marks a significant breakthrough after previous negotiations in Cali, Colombia, ended in deadlock. Rich and developing nations found common ground on how to raise and distribute billions of dollars needed for conservation efforts. The agreement was celebrated during a final meeting, where delegates expressed their support. Cop16 President Susana Muhamad emphasized the importance of international cooperation in addressing environmental challenges. The agreement aims to foster collaboration in a time of geopolitical tensions.