Côte d'Ivoire encouraged exchange of views among indigenous and local communities on risks associated with development projects, such as waste disposal. 
Above photo: Andre Doh (Côte d'Ivoire)

Rwanda stressed that many indigenous and local communities lack the capacity to evaluate the impacts of projects that are implemented on their sacred sites, lands and waters. 
Above photo: Suzanne Uwimana (Rwanda)

The IIFB said that local indigenous authorities are not able to deal with the economic and social impacts of development projects such as loss of land and resources or resettlements.
Above photo L-R: IIFB representatives Onel Masardule and Antonieta Castro 

IUCN stressed that comprehensive assessment procedures are needed to facilitate the participation of indigenous and local communities. Above photo: Gonzalo Oviedo (IUCN)

Jamaica proposed to conduct general surveys of sacred sites to avoid damaging sites that are not in use or unknown to the public. Above photo: Carole Excell (Jamaica)

Regarding baseline studies, the US suggested addressing baselines at the national level. Above photo: Jeffrey Fisher (US)

Russian Association of Indigenous Peoples of the North (RAIPON) said the link between communities and biodiversity should be assessed. Above photo: Michael Todishev (RAIPON)

The Bahamas suggested addressing the economic valuation of cultural resources. Above photo: Stacey Wells-Moultrie (The Bahamas)

Sweden suggested ensuring the full participation of affected communities in the decision-making process, including its review and appeal. Above photo: Johan Bodegård (Sweden)

The IIFB proposed language differentiating direct and indirect impacts of development projects, and addressing potential impacts of invasive alien species. Above photo: Aida Cadiogan and Lourdes Amos (IIFB)

Costa Rica stressed the need to strengthen the capacity of local organizations that are directly involved in addressing indigenous issues. Above photo: Donald Rojas (Costa Rica)

Ethiopia said indigenous issues vary depending on countries, and noted the importance of raising indigenous awareness about their rights. Above photo: Gima Balcha (Ethiopia)   

New Zealand did not consider it essential for indigenous and local communities to make application through their government.

Zambia called for translating and simplifying the language of the CBD to make it more understandable to indigenous and local communities. Above photo: Davy Siame (Zambia)

The Indigenous Peoples Council on Biocolonialism (IPCB) stressed that indigenous territories are centres of origin of many food crops, and said GURTs threaten indigenous livelihoods. Above photo: Debra Harry (IPCB)