
The 2026 Erhai Forum on Global Ecological Civilization Construction
The 2026 Erhai Forum on Global Ecological Civilization Construction took place in west Yunnan’s Dali Bai autonomous prefecture on May 30, bringing together over 200 conservationists from 16 countries, such as China, Germany, Canada, and Thailand.
The forum participants focused on innovative practices and global collaboration for ecological progress, engaging in discussions on the path to ecological development and seeking policies for green governance.

Attendees at the 2026 Erhai Forum
The morning session featured the opening ceremony and the main forum, where attendees discussed on mechanisms for public participation in ecological governance and innovative pathways for international collaboration.
In-depth conversations were held on integrating social forces into ecological protection and grassroots governance, enhancing the sharing of ecological governance experience, and advancing a collaborative framework for ecological governance.

Projects for international communication on ecological civilization ideas are launched at the forum.

Attendees of the 2026 Erhai Forum pose for a group photo.
Trans-editing by Wang Shixue