Rio Declaration on Environment and Development
The Rio Declaration on Environment and Development (1992) sets 27 principles guiding global cooperation for sustainable development. The document serves as a foundational framework for international environmental policy and sustainable development efforts.
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Date of Adoption
12-Aug-92
The Rio Declaration on Environment and Development (1992) applies to all countries and societies, providing a global framework for achieving sustainable development. It does not create legally binding obligations, but sets out 27 voluntary principles that guide states in integrating environmental protection and economic growth.
Together, these principles form the foundation for international environmental governance and have influenced later agreements and corporate sustainability initiatives.
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United Nations
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