The ICARRD+20 conference, taking place in Cartagena de Indias, has attracted international organizations, specialists, and governments to focus on agrarian reform and the strengthening of the agricultural sector in Colombia. This event highlights the necessity of addressing land as a central subject in global discussions, especially in light of various pressing issues that have emerged worldwide.

Recent years have seen major global conversations shifting towards topics such as security, technology, and geopolitical dynamics; however, the ongoing crises—including food insecurity, energy transitions, forced migration, and climate change—underscore the critical importance of land. Experts agree that these challenges cannot be effectively tackled without reintegrating land issues into the broader conversation. The urgency of these topics showcases the need to innovate and reflect on how land management impacts not only local communities but also global stability.

The outcomes of the ICARRD+20 could shape future policies that affect agrarian reform and agricultural value chains in Colombia, potentially leading to more sustainable practices and resilience against future crises. As stakeholders converge at this important conference, the call to action is clear: enhancing agricultural practices and reform initiatives is essential for addressing the interconnected challenges of our time, with land at the heart of these discussions.