Forests Asia 2014: Highlights from the Summit

The Forests Asia Summit: Sustainable Landscapes for Green Growth in Southeast Asia, took place 5-6 May 2014 in Jakarta. The event brought together representatives from government, research, civil society and the private sector in a regional multi-stakeholder dialogue.The aim of the Forests Asia Summit was to lay the foundations for continued dialogue, transitions toward sustainable investments, and further research to support evidence-based policymaking. All of this was directed toward achieving equitable green growth and more sustainable management of landscapes across Southeast Asia. This highlight video features the following speakers:Peter Holmgren Director General, Center for International Forestry Research Rajendra Pachauri Chairman, Intergovernmental Panel on Climate ChangeVivian BalakrishnanMinister for Environment and Water Sources, SingaporeMark BurrowsManaging Director and Vice Chairman, Global Investment Banking, Credit SuisseSarah Dickson-HoyleInternational Forestry Students' Association President Susilo Bambang YudhoyonoPresident of IndonesiaForests Asia Summit, 5-6 May 2014, Jakarta, #ForestsAsiaFor more information go to www.forestsasia.org