At its fourth meeting, in decision MC-4/11, the Conference of the Parties agreed to begin the first effectiveness evaluation of the Convention pursuant to Article 22 of the Convention and adopted a framework as outlined in annex I to the decision.
Read the Global Environment Facility (GEF) story featuring excerpts from a panel discussion during the 71st GEF Council meeting, including remarks by Executive Secretary Monika Stankiewicz.
Watch the Earth Negotiations Bulletin video on the 71st GEF Council meeting, featuring Executive Secretary Monika Stankiewicz and other representatives of the global environmental community.
The Minamata Convention Secretariat participates in the 71st Council and Eighth Assembly of the Global Environment Facility (GEF), held in Samarkand, Uzbekistan, from 30 May to 6 June 2026.