The COP16 summit on biodiversity, held in Colombia, has been extended as countries struggle to reach a consensus on key issues.

The meeting aimed to finalize an agreement to protect 30% of the world's oceans and land by 2030, but negotiations have been hindered by disagreements, particularly with Russia opposing many progressive proposals.

Swedish Climate Minister Romina Pourmokhtari highlighted the challenges, noting that financial and transparency issues remain major sticking points.

While some progress has been made on protecting oceans and addressing invasive species, the lack of a comprehensive action plan remains a concern.

The urgency of the situation is underscored by the fact that a million species are threatened with extinction due to human activities, emphasizing the need for immediate and effective global action.