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Brazil has made gains against Amazon deforestation, but lasting protection is a challenge
Recent drops in Brazil's deforestation have been celebrated as a historic achievement. Forest loss in the Amazon fell by 23.5% in 2025 compared with the previous year .
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Brazil reported a sharp decline in Amazon forest loss, with deforestation falling 23.5% in 2025 versus 2024. The reduction helped drive a 21% drop in nationwide clear‑cutting, marking the lowest overall rate since 2016. Officials highlighted the trend as a historic achievement, though they noted that maintaining long‑term protection remains a challenge.
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