He underscored Guyana’s leadership in convening the Global Biodiversity Alliance Summit in Georgetown earlier this year, where over 140 countries endorsed the Georgetown Declaration to advance biodiversity protection. Gender Equality and Social EmpowermentMarking the 30th anniversary of the Beijing Declaration, President Ali highlighted Guyana’s transformative progress in women’s empowerment. Guyana has achieved gender parity in education at all levels, increased women’s leadership in government and business, and expanded access to land and home ownership. “Guyana calls for the transformation of global food systems to be more resilient, sustainable, and equitable by strengthening local production and reducing dependence on volatile markets. By aligning ecosystem protection with national development, Guyana continues to demonstrate that economic growth and environmental stewardship can progress hand in hand.