This session examines policy frameworks, governance structures, and regulatory mechanisms for effective environmental management and sustainable development. Discussions will analyze policy instruments, international agreements (e.g., Paris Agreement, Convention on Biological Diversity), and stakeholder engagement strategies in environmental governance. Implementing sound environmental policies is essential for achieving conservation goals, addressing climate change, and promoting socio-economic equity. By fostering dialogue among policymakers, researchers, and civil society, this session aims to strengthen environmental governance frameworks, advocate for policy coherence, and mobilize political will to address pressing environmental challenges at local, national, and global scales