In an unprecedented move, President Joe Biden became the first sitting American president to set foot in the Brazil’s Amazon rainforest during a brief but impactful visit on Sunday (18). The trip marked a significant moment in global environmental diplomacy, emphasizing the urgency of protecting one of the world’s most vital ecosystems. The Amazon, often referred to as the “lungs of the world,” plays a critical role in storing carbon dioxide and supporting biodiversity, hosting 10% of the planet’s species. However, it faces increasing threats from deforestation, development, and the effects of climate change, including a historic drought that has