This scoping paper aims to serve as a primer for policymakers and stakeholders seeking to better understand the relationship between biodiversity, trade and trade policy, and identify ways forward. To do so, the paper maps the intersections between nature, trade and trade policy, and highlights options and opportunities for policymaking to better align trade with the international biodiversity agenda.
Part 1 of this paper introduces readers to the state of the world’s biodiversity, as well as drivers and impacts of biodiversity loss. Part 2 reviews international commitments, instruments, nature-related priorities and the state of play on relevant international policymaking. In Part 3, the paper explores linkages between trade flows and biodiversity. Part 4 focuses on the intersection of trade policy and biodiversity goals, while Part 5 reviews supply chain initiatives, including those led by stakeholders across the wider trade and biodiversity landscape. Finally, the paper proposes a number of priority areas for enhanced policy dialogue, research and action.