2030 Global Forest Vision

Current context: Published on March 19, 2025, by the Forest Declaration Assessment before World Forest Day, supported by UNDP and partners.

Key Facts

• Deforestation (2023):37 million hectares lost, mainly in the Amazon, Southeast Asia, and Africa.
• Main Causes: Cattle ranching (80% in the Amazon), palm oil, soy, and beef production.
• Trade Policies: EU requires deforestation-free imports; US tightening illegal logging laws; calls for similar action from China and India.
• Challenges: Limited enforcement, small farmers lack resources, and economic dependence on agriculture in Brazil and Indonesia.
• Recommendations: International cooperation, financial/technical support for producers, and improved global monitoring.
• Future Outlook: Biodiversity loss and climate goals at risk; COP30 in Brazil is key for solutions.