The COP 28 declaration on sustainable agriculture, resilient food systems, and climate action represents a significant step toward addressing global challenges related to climate change. However, for pastoralists, the impact of this declaration can be seen as both beneficial and challenging.

On the positive side, the initiative can help pastoralists by promoting sustainable and resilient agricultural practices that consider the specificities of pastoral systems. Climate change directly affects pastoralists by altering grazing conditions, reducing access to water, and increasing drought periods. By integrating pastoral systems into climate strategies and offering frameworks for financing and adopting climate-adaptive agricultural practices, the declaration can support pastoralists in adapting to the new environmental realities. Additionally, the focus on resilient food systems may encourage policies that help strengthen food security and the sustainable management of land and water resources, which are essential for pastoralists.

However, there are also potential risks associated with this declaration. For example, policies aimed at reducing greenhouse gas emissions could restrict traditional pastoral practices. Pastoralists may face increasing pressure to reduce emissions, especially regarding livestock management, a significant methane source. Furthermore, some measures promoting large-scale crops could encroach on traditional grazing lands, creating conflicts over resource use. These measures need to be better adapted to local contexts, and the specific needs of pastoralists need to be considered to ensure their livelihoods and way of life are maintained.

In conclusion, while COP 28 presents opportunities for pastoralists, the policies arising from this declaration must be inclusive and sensitive to the local realities of pastoral communities. Pastoralists must be involved in policy-making to ensure climate actions benefit them without compromising their tradition.

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