Environmentally sensitive regions such as the Amazon and other tropical forests are vital for global biodiversity and climate mitigation but often experience instability amid a combination of socio-economic security and governance challenges. Directing funding to these contexts, therefore, presents unique challenges and risks for investors, with environmental crime and related illegal activities and social conflicts around natural resources being among the many factors they need to navigate. Investors must address these complexities while ensuring their activities do not exacerbate existing tensions or lead to social unrest.

This panel will bring together the London-based and international investment community and government and civil society stakeholders to explore the critical role of finance in supporting and preserving environmentally sensitive regions, while also fostering economic development, reducing conflict over resources, navigate criminal dynamics, and promoting sustainable livelihoods, ultimately contributing to peace and stability. 

Specifically, the conversation will:

• Discuss the ecological, social, and economic significance of investing in environmentally sensitive regions and the potential for positive impact on global climate stability and biodiversity preservation.
• Examine the specific risks investors face when financing projects in these fragile contexts, including political instability, security risks, regulatory challenges, among others.
• Present strategies and frameworks that can help mitigate these risks, such as partnerships with local communities, adherence to sustainable investment principles, and leveraging technology for better monitoring and management.

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