Amazon Nations Seek Common Ground on Protecting Rainforest But Fall Short of Concrete Commitments

Leaders of eight Amazon countries met for the first time in 14 years in Brazil to address threats like deforestation and organized crime.
They signed the Belem Declaration affirming cooperation but lacking binding goals to end deforestation.
Brazil resisted targets and bans on oil drilling while pushing wealthier nations for financing.
Indigenous groups praised inclusion of their demands but wanted firmer commitments.
The summit aimed to leverage global concern for the Amazon and secure financial support for conservation.