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Important! If you are planning to visit the Netherlands Pavilion, please read this carefully.
You can only visit the Netherlands Pavilion if you are accredited and registered for the Blue Zone of the COP 16 Biodiversity, where the NL Pavilion is located. For more information to access the Blue Zone. all necessary information can be found on this website. Please follow the instructions under the “Registration” tab. You can only get accreditation through a contracted party or organisation with observer status. Please note that the organisation of the Netherlands Pavilion is unable to assist with registration for COP 16 Biodiversity.

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Programme Netherlands Pavilion

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This year, the 16th Conference of Parties on Biological Diversity will take place in Cali, Colombia from 21st of October till the 1st of November.

COP16 is the first Biodiversity Conference since adopting the Global Biodiversity Framework, known as The Biodiversity Plan. Governments will review progress on implementing the plan and aligning their National Biodiversity Strategies and Action Plans (NBSAPs). Key discussions will cover the monitoring framework, funding implementation, and the mechanism for fair Access and Benefit Sharing (ABS) of genetic resource information.

With participants from over 190 countries, COP16 will include governments, observer organisations, indigenous communities, businesses, youth groups, civil society, academia, and the general public.

Partners for Water is hosting a Netherlands Pavilion

The Netherlands Pavilion at COP16 will host 49 inspiring presentations, offering participants a diverse array of insights and innovative solutions that span finance, biodiversity, water management, and sustainable development. You can now download the full programme of the Netherlands Pavilion.

Please see the programme below. Sessions at the Pavilion will not be recorded or livestreamed, and there are no translation services available.

Organisation
The programming of the theater of the NL pavilion is coordinated by Partners for Water, the Ministry of Agriculture, Nature and Food Quality, the Ministry of Infrastructure and Water Management and the Ministry of Foreign Affairs.

Why visit the NL Pavilion?

The Netherlands Pavilion stands out as a knowledge-sharing platform where you can discover cutting-edge approaches to aligning financial flows with nature and advancing biodiversity goals. You will gain insights into actionable solutions that support both environmental and community resilience while networking with global leaders working toward the same goals.

The pavilion offers a space where you can:

  • Learn about innovative financing mechanisms for nature conservation and ecosystem services.
  • Engage with experts on topics such as sustainable food systems, biodiversity monitoring, and water stewardship.
  • Collaborate on scaling solutions for biodiversity conservation and climate adaptation.
  • Connect with key stakeholders across sectors who are driving change at the global, national, and local levels.

By visiting the NL Pavilion, you will be at the forefront of transformative ideas that not only address the challenges of biodiversity and climate change but also explore practical steps to achieve lasting impact through finance, policy, and community-driven initiatives.

How to spot the Netherlands Pavilion

See an impression below the Netherlands Pavilion: look for our distinctive design and vibrant displays, making it easy to find us among the exhibitions.