Rome (Italy), Hybrid Event, 05/11/2026
Representatives from tropical forest countries around the world will gather in Rome, Italy, from 3 to 5 November 2026 for the GFOI country forum: A South-South knowledge exchange (GFOI SSX), the leading opportunity to exchange practical expertise in forest monitoring. The closing plenary session will take place on 5 November, from 14.00 to 16.00 CET (UTC+1).
TIME | TOPIC | WHO |
09.00–12:15 | Three parallel streams: Session 2 (see separate concept notes):
| All participants: Three separate groups |
12.15–13:45 | Lunch | |
14:00–14:30 | Recap of the three parallel sessions: Key findings and lessons exchanged | Moderator: Country representative (TBC) Panellists:
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14.30–15.15 | Breakout groups: Discussion of key findings and linkages between the themes of the three streams based on pre-defined guidance and questions | 4-6 breakout groups Facilitators: Country leaders with support from international partners |
15.15–15:30 | Report back: Breakout group conclusions | Rapporteurs |
15.30–16.00 | Closing remarks: Reflections on discussions and opportunities for ongoing south-south exchange under GFOI from the SSX donors. | Moderator: Country representative (TBC)
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16.00 | South-South exchange concludes | |
