The 16th Session of the Conference of the Parties (COP16) to the United Nations Convention to Combat Desertification (UNCCD) has officially opened in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. Under the theme \"Our Land. Our Future,\" the conference runs from December 2 to 13, aiming to accelerate land restoration efforts and foster a new era of global cooperation focused on drought resilience.
Nearly 200 parties, including experts and civil society groups, have convened to address the urgent need to combat desertification. The event highlights the critical role of sustainable land management in ensuring food security, preserving ecosystems, and mitigating the impacts of climate change.
Participants are expected to discuss innovative strategies and share successful initiatives that can be scaled up to restore degraded lands worldwide. The conference also serves as a platform for fostering partnerships between governments, businesses, and communities to drive impactful change.
As the world faces increasing challenges related to land degradation and water scarcity, COP16 in Riyadh underscores the collective commitment to preserving our natural resources and securing a sustainable future for generations to come.
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