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The second meeting of the signatory countries to the Escazú Agreement took place virtually on 9 and 10 December under the auspices of the Government of Antigua and Barbuda.
At the meeting, delegates of the signatory countries and representatives of the public resumed discussions on the matters to be dealt with at the first Conference of the Parties.
Furthermore, two high-level panels were held on the occasion of International Human Rights Defenders Day (9 December) and International Human Rights Day (10 December), with the participation of high authorities of countries of the region, renowned experts and representatives of international bodies, the private sector, youth and environmental defenders.
A special session on cooperation also took place where more than 20 international organizations and stakeholders expressed their support to the Escazú Agreement.
The meeting was preceded by an in person national workshop on 8 December.
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