The session focused on the tensions between rapid land transitions required for global climate commitments and the need for equitable, just land administration, particularly in the context of the Paris Agreement.

The session focused on the role of digital transformation in land administration to enhance disaster response, recovery, and resilience in island nation states, emphasizing the growing importance of technology in managing climate challenges.

The event highlighted the critical role of community land tenure in achieving effective climate mitigation. Through an initial presentation, the link between secure land rights and successful climate action was established, emphasizing how tenure rights can act as a catalyst for community-driven carbon and mitigation initiatives.

The session focused on the impact of regional land policy initiatives in advancing land reforms and governance. It showcased how efforts in Africa, the Arab states, and Europe have built upon each other's experiences to drive improvements in land governance.

The session explored the intersection of climate finance, community rights, and gender equality, addressing the current state and future potential of financial mechanisms supporting Indigenous, Afro-descendant, and local communities, particularly women’s groups.

The session examined the complexities surrounding housing, land, and property (HLP) rights in crisis contexts, emphasizing the significance of secure tenure throughout the stages of humanitarian response—from prevention to recovery. Aimed at engaging diverse stakeholders, the session addressed the challenges faced by humanitarian agencies in ensuring access to HLP rights during and after crises.

The Global Land Governance and Policy Forum brought together a diverse coalition of international stakeholders to address the pressing challenges of tenure security and land governance.

The session explored the crucial role of open and inclusive land governance data in advancing climate action and ensuring accountability within the framework of the Global Land Agenda. Experts from diverse international organizations emphasized the significance of comprehensive and accessible land data for informed decision-making in the context of the climate crisis.

The session highlighted the intersection of climate justice and land rights, focusing on the transformative potential of a women-led social contract to address the unique challenges faced by marginalized communities, particularly women and girls.

The session focused on the transformative potential of land administration standards in advancing social, environmental, and economic objectives. It began with a discussion of the Land Administration Domain Model (LADM) and the Social Tenure Domain Model (STDM), showcasing their importance in the global land agenda.

The session emphasized the urgent need to secure forest tenure as a means of safeguarding both Indigenous Peoples' (IPs) and Local Communities' (LCs) rights and the global environment. With approximately 3.3 billion individuals living within close proximity to forests, the issue of formal land rights for IPs and LCs—who customarily manage around 50% of the world's land—has become critical.

The session introduced the World Bank's Global Program on Access to Land for Climate Action and Infrastructure, aiming to address critical challenges related to land use in the context of climate change and sustainable development.