The FACT Forum 2025 built on momentum from previous dialogues, notably the 2024 Forum in Bali, to enhance support for smallholder farmers in transitioning to sustainable and resilient production systems with the in-person participation of representatives from 19+ Member countries. As a crucial milestone on the road to COP30, the Forum focused on unlocking access to finance, strengthening land tenure security, and integrating smallholder farmers into global markets. Through an integrated approach across all thematic areas of work within the FACT Dialogue, the Forum strengthened impact, enhanced cooperation to avoid duplication of efforts, and ensured that smallholder farmers take a central place in the global transition towards sustainable food systems.
A highlight from the Forum was the Co-Chair transition ceremony, where Malaysia formally took up its co-chair role from the Government of Indonesia. This handover was marked by high-level ministerial participation from Malaysia, the UK, and Indonesia. To learn more, read the press release available on our website!
