COP-16 Conference: A Global Initiative Against Desertification
| Aspect | Details |
|---|---|
| Event | COP-16 Conference (UNCCD) |
| Location | Riyadh, Saudi Arabia |
| Dates | 2nd to 13th December 2024 |
| Lead Delegation | Haryana Environment, Forest, and Wildlife Minister (from New Delhi) |
| Objective | Facilitate collaboration and develop sustainable solutions for land restoration and drought management |
| Participants | Representatives from various countries, Green Zone businesses, scientists, financial institutions, NGOs, and affected communities |
| UNCCD Establishment | 1994 |
| UNCCD Focus | Sustainable land management in arid, semi-arid, and dry sub-humid areas |
| UNCCD Parties | 197 |
| Collaboration | Works with CBD and UNFCCC to address interlinked challenges of land, climate, and biodiversity |