Progress toward the development of the fifth NBSAP 3.1 Participation in negotiations for the Kunming-Montreal Global Biodiversity Framework As a Party to the CBD, the ROK actively participated in discussions on the Kunming-Montreal Global Biodiversity Framework (GBF) from 2019 until its adoption at the fifteenth meeting of the Conference of the Parties (CBD COP 15) in December 2022. [...] Change in area by ecosystem type in ROK In a survey on awareness of biodiversity, 87% of respondents were aware of the terms “biodiversity” and “biological resources” and about 90% acknowledged the importance of the conservation of biodiversity and sustainable use of biological resources. [...] Enhance assessment systems for areas of biological and ecological importance 1 Developing the Korean version of the Red List of Ecosystems and encouraging its use (ME) By 2026, introduce the Korean version of the Red List of Ecosystems (RLE)*, a global standard for assessing the health of and risks to ecosystems. [...] Improve the management of protected areas and OECMs 1 Improving the quality of protected area management (ME, MOF, KFS) Enhance the quality of nationally protected area management by establishing an assessment and feedback system from 2024, including through a refined manual, based on the findings of the trial assessments of inland wetland protected areas and ecosystem and landscape conservation. [...] 3 Strengthening the prevention and control of the introduction of alien species (ME, KCS) From 2024, expand the network of Alien Species Collaborative Inspection Centers to the Busan and Pyeongtaek Customs Offices that have a high volume of custom clearances, and strengthen safety (risk) inspections during the customs clearance procedures to crack down on sources of illegal import and distributi.
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Table of Contents
- The Government of the Republic of Korea 1
- 1. Background 7
- 2. Significance 7
- I. Overview of National Biodiversity Strategy and Action Plan 7
- 3. Progress toward the development of the fifth NBSAP 8
- 1. Importance of biodiversity 10
- II. Biodiversity Status and Policy Trends 10
- 2. Biodiversity status 11
- 3. Global policy trends 12
- 1. Progress 15
- III. Progress and Limitations 15
- 2. Limitations 16
- 3. Political implications 17
- 1. Vision and goals in alignment with the GBF 19
- IV. National Targets 19
- 2. Key national targets and tasks 20
- 3. Selected indicators for the fifth NBSAP 21
- Strengthen biodiversity management through spatial planning 22
- V. Action Plans 22
- Increase the value of natural capital through ecosystem restoration 25
- Expand protected areas and OECMs and improve benefits to local communities 29
- Strengthen the management of nationally protected species and genetic diversity 33
- Enhance safety throughout the wildlife quarantine and control processes 37
- Strengthen the prevention and control of invasive alien species 40
- Reduce pollution harmful to biodiversity 43
- Respond to climate change with nature-based solutions NbS 47
- Promote sustainability in agriculture forestry fisheries and aquaculture 51
- Maintain and enhance ecosystem services 55
- Enhance urban biodiversity 58
- Expand the sharing of benefits derived from genetic resources 62
- Embed the values of biodiversity in all aspects of society 65
- Promote biodiversity and ESG management 68
- Promote sustainable consumption 71
- Ensure the safe management of living modified organisms LMOs and emerging biotechnology 75
- Phase out harmful subsidies and expand eco-friendly incentives 80
- Mobilize financial resources for biodiversity 83
- Expand international contributions 85
- Raise biodiversity awareness promote research and strengthen implementation management 90
- Ensure the participation of various stakeholders 95
- 1. A whole-of-government and whole-of-society approach 98
- 2. Balanced implementation of the CBD and its Protocols 98
- 3. Implementation of the principles of the Rio Earth Charter and consideration 98
- VI. Implementation Measures 98
- 4. Contribution to the assessment and achievement of the global goals 99
- 5. Increasing biodiversity financing 99
- 6. Intergenerational and gender equality 99
- VII. Responsible MinistriesAgencies for National Targets and Tasks 100
- The Government of the Republic of Korea 103
