Seven MEPs have signed the Belém Declaration on Plant-Rich Diets, calling for UN countries to shift towards more plant-forward diets. The declaration, to be presented at the UN climate summit, COP30 in Belém, has already been endorsed by over 100 stakeholders, including ProVeg International and the Alliance of Nurses for Healthy Environments. The MEP signatories include representatives from the Netherlands, Denmark, Luxembourg, and Germany.

The Declaration urges UN states to draft and implement Action Plans for Plant-Based Foods to create healthier and more sustainable food systems. It highlights the benefits of plant-based diets in mitigating climate change, improving public health, protecting biodiversity, and supporting local economies. As COP30 focuses on transforming agriculture, the Declaration aims to raise awareness about the advantages of plant-rich diets and inspire countries to introduce strategies that increase the production and consumption of plant-based foods.