Leaders from Amazonian countries met in Brazil to discuss cooperation for the preservation of the Amazon rainforest. The “Belem declaration” called for action against deforestation, illegal mining, and logging, and emphasized protection of Indigenous people’s rights. While the declaration lacked specific goals, it indicated a collective interest in safeguarding the rainforest. Another meeting involving African and Asian rainforest nations reaffirmed the need for sustainable practices. Brazil’s President Luiz Inacio ‘Lula’ Da Silva’s involvement has sparked a shift away from the environmentally damaging policies of the previous administration. The Amazon rainforest, crucial for biodiversity and climate, faces significant deforestation challenges.