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Togo
FIRST REPORT ON BIODIVERSITY IN TOGO
INTRODUCTION
The depletion of the biological wealth of our planet has given rise to ever increasing concerns. Humanity as a whole has begun to recognize that biological diversity is under threat and that there is an urgent need
to improve the use of biological resources. It is in this context that on June 14, 1992, at the United Nations Conference on and Development held in Rio, 154 countries signed the Convention on Biological Diversity. A legally binding instrument that reflects a responsible commitment to the very future of man.
Today, actions are being taken at the national and international level for better management of biological diversity.
TOGO, like the other countries party to the Convention, is beginning implementation with actions in some agricultural, forestry and livestock sectors. In this interim report on the implementation of the Convention on Biological
Diversity, the following points will be discussed: the nature of biological diversity in TOGO. This point gives a brief description of the biological in TOGO: natural regions, natural regions, remarkable ecosystems, number and diversity of species, overview of the different types of agricultural crops, livestock... the importance of biodiversity for TOGO. This second point illustrates economic, social, cultural, cultural, spiritual and ecological values and the assessment of the income derived from its use. l the state of biological diversity in TOGO. This is the description, threats and pressures on biodiversity in TOGO. l The rest of the report provides an overview of conservation and sustainable development policies and programs in force in TOGO, the engagement of partners in the planning and implementation of the Togolese strategy on biological diversity, and activities already underway and in the future.