The 16th session of the Conference of the Parties (COP16) under the United Nations Convention to Combat Desertification (UNCCD) is a critical event addressing the interconnected challenges of desertification, land degradation, and drought (DLDD). Scheduled from December 2 to 13, 2024, in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, COP16 marks the 30th anniversary of the UNCCD and the first time this conference is hosted in the Middle East and North Africa. These regions are significantly affected by DLDD, highlighting the urgency for global action.
