Egyptian President Abdel Fattah El Sisi has urged relentless effort in the face of grave challenges; that have been further aggravated due to the coronavirus pandemic.
The world is still dealing with the negative impact of Covid-19 at all levels, Sisi told a UN Biodiversity Conference, currently taking place in China.
Speaking via video conference, Sisi thanked Beijing for its keenness to host the meeting despite challenges as a result of the coronavirus.
The latest Global Biodiversity Outlook report has set off alarm bells because it pointed to a rapid deterioration over the past years, Sisi said.
He warned that this could lead to a global catastrophe, if world countries do not act together toward more sustainable consumption and production patterns.
The world should be more aware of the importance of protecting biodiversity and maintaining the vital systems for a better future on this planet, Sisi said.
He told the conference that Egypt has, since 2018, been acting to launch a new phase of collective action with the aim to outline a global framework for post-2020 biodiversity.
Indeed, Egypt has made tangible achievements in this regard, Sisi acknowledged, hoping goals would be effectively implemented in the coming stage.
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