Event: ADB at CBD COP17 Financing Asian Rangeland Restoration at Scale: Investing in Nature for GBF Implementation (Breakfast Dialogue) 23 October 2026 Author / Speaker Yoko Watanabe Hosted by WWF, this dialogue will convene governments, MDBs, finance institutions, UN agencies, and implementation partners to explore practical pathways for scaling investment in restoring Asia’s grasslands and rangelands. Using Mongolia as a flagship example, the discussion will focus on turning policy ambition into investable programs and building partnerships to mobilize finance for restoration, conservation, and sustainable livelihoods. Venue: To be confirmed ADB participation: Opening remarks by Yoko Watanabe, Director, Nature and Environment Disclaimer The views expressed on this website are those of the authors and do not necessarily reflect the views and policies of the Asian Development Bank (ADB) or its Board of Governors or the governments they represent. ADB does not guarantee the accuracy of the data included in this publication and accepts no responsibility for any consequence of their use. By making any designation of or reference to a particular territory or geographic area, or by using the term “country” in this document, ADB does not intend to make any judgments as to the legal or other status of any territory or area. Topics Environment Regional Cooperation and Integration