Future and Value of the Bilateral Consultations between Member States and the Secretariat of UN Environment - Guidance Note

The objective of bilateral consultations with member states is to strengthen the member states’ commitment to UN Environment and joint efforts to tackle global, regional and national environmental challenges. The consultations are a forum for building trust and confidence in the current and future direction of UN Environment through open, frank and interactive dialogue. Continued and increased political and financial support through member states’ positive feedback and action is a main measure of success. Equally important is the engagement to do more together at the policy and practical levels, on specific initiatives or campaigns, and with the aim to advance the environment agenda at the global, regional and country levels.