International Day of the Tropics 2024 Date, History and Significance: Here’s What You Should Know About the Day That Highlights the Challenges Faced by Tropical Nations

International Day of the Tropics is an annual observance marked on June 29 to raise awareness about various challenges that tropical nations face. The day was designated to educate people about the  challenges faced by tropical areas and the far-reaching implications of the issues affecting the world’s tropical zone. This day, established by the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) in 2016, highlights the importance of the tropics and the need for sustainable development in this region. The tropics are home to a wide range of plants and animal species and face environmental challenges, including deforestation, climate change, and habitat loss. The International Day of the Tropics brings attention to these issues and the need for effective conservation strategies. It also emphasises the importance of preserving this rich biodiversity and the ecosystems it supports. To celebrate International Day of the Tropics 2024, know the significance, history behind the date and more.

International Day of the Tropics 2024 Date

International Day of the Tropics 2024 is observed on Saturday, June 29.

International Day of the Tropics  History

The inaugural State of the Tropics Report was launched on June 29, 2014, as the culmination of a collaboration between 12 leading tropical research institutions. The report offers a unique perspective on this increasingly important region. Marking the anniversary of the report’s launch the United Nations General Assembly adopted resolution A/RES/70/267 in 2016, which declared that June 29 of each year is to be observed as the International Day of the Tropics.

International Day of the Tropics  Significance

International Day of the Tropics holds great significance as the day aims to raise awareness and underline the important role that countries in the tropics will play in achieving the Sustainable Development Goals. As per data by the UN, tropical nations have made significant progress but face a variety of challenges that demand focused attention across a range of development indicators and data in order to achieve sustainable development.

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