International Mother Earth Day is being observed on April 22.

In 2009, the General Assembly proclaimed the day to promote awareness of the interdependence between human beings, other living species, and the planet.

Earlier in the week at the UN a debate was held on the importance of harmony with nature and the role of science in sustaining life while protecting the environment.

Julie Walker spoke with Rafael Archondo, Bolivia's Deputy Ambassador to the UN, who took part in the event.

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