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We promote cooperation, the sustainable development of the Amazon Region and the well-being of its inhabitants with the aim of reducing existing the asymmetries among the Member Countries as well as within the countries.
- We promote the implementation of the Amazon Cooperation Treaty (ACT) and the objectives and actions defined in the Amazonian Strategic Cooperation Agenda (ASCA).
- We promote a common strategic vision and articulated actions for the sustainable and harmonious development of the Amazon Region.
- We facilitate the exchange and cooperation among Member Countries promoting sustainable development of the Amazon Region in order to improve the quality of life of its inhabitants.
- We promote the strengthening of the rights of indigenous peoples, local communities and other tribal communities, and the empowerment of women in the Amazon Region.
- We promote knowledge management to achieve sustainable development in the Amazon Region.
We consolidate ACTO cooperation and coordination with other organizations and entities, on strategic topics for the Amazon. - We strengthen regional information monitoring processes, the exchange of initiatives and good practices, promoting mechanisms and instruments to achieve sustainable development of the Amazon Region.
- We promote the effective management of information, knowledge and innovation on key issues to improve decision-making in the Amazon Region.
- We propose and implement regional actions and measures inherent to ACTO’s mission and the priorities of the Member Countries.
We execute and coordinate strategic regional activities, programs, and projects in accordance with the mandates of the Member Countries. - We promote technical cooperation and capacity building in the Member Countries based on their requirements.
- We promote the visibility of the region in the framework of global agreements.
- We channel resources from international cooperation to the Amazon region.
- We promote the execution of strategic agreements with other regional and international entities to strengthen sustainable development in the Amazon Region.
News
April 22: International Mother Earth Day
Announcement Today, April 22, the International Mother Earth Day is celebrated worldwide, a day we have the opportunity to recognize the...
Promoting Regional Health Agenda, subject of a working meeting between ACTO and PAHO/WHO
Washington, April 18, 2017.-The Secretary General of ACTO, Ambassador María Jacqueline Mendoza Ortega met with the Director of the Pan...
ACTO celebrates World Water Day with various activities at the 8th World Water Forum
Brasilia, March 22, 2018.-Today, March 22, World Water Day is celebrated and this year, it focuses on exploring how nature can help us...
Celebrations begin for the 40th anniversary of the signing of the Amazon Cooperation Treaty
Brasilia, march 21, 2018.- The Amazon Cooperation Treaty Organization (ACTO) began the celebrations for the 40th anniversary of the...
ACTO and CAF sign an agreement to promote environmental conservation
Brasília, March 19, 2018– Today, March 19, a Framework Cooperation Agreement was signed between Amazon Cooperation Treaty Organization...
ACTO to participate at the World Water Forum
The Amazon Cooperation Treaty Organization (ACTO) will participate at the 8th World Water Forum, which is the first time for the Southern...