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Editorial coverage of Saudi Arabia's conference scene.
Riyadh to host global water regulation forum
The Saudi Water Authority will hold the inaugural Water Regulation Exchange in Riyadh on Nov. 1, gathering representatives from four international organizations and 25 global regulatory bodies.
Environmental Security Forces Bring Smart Patrols and AI Cameras to Saudi Falcons and Hunting Exhibition 2026
The Special Forces for Environmental Security will join the Ministry of Interior's pavilion at the International Saudi Falcons and Hunting Exhibition 2026, showcasing surveillance systems, smart patrols and AI-powered thermal cameras.
Environmental Security Special Forces to Showcase Innovations at International Saudi Falcons and Hunting Exhibition 2026
The Special Forces for Environmental Security are taking part in the International Saudi Falcons and Hunting Exhibition 2026, presenting their innovations to visitors at the Riyadh exhibition grounds.
India Showcases Innovative Financing for Land Restoration at COP17
During the seventeenth session of the Conference of the Parties to the United Nations Convention to Combat Desertification, India highlighted its diverse and innovative financial mechanisms for land restoration.
Morocco's High Atlas Foundation Calls for Community-Led Climate Action at COP17
The Moroccan Great Atlas Foundation called at COP17 for community-led climate action and fairer carbon markets.
AfDB Highlights Women's Role in Combating Desertification in Malawi at COP17
The African Development Bank releases a video on the role of women in combating desertification in Malawi, coinciding with the convening of COP17 in August 2026.
Ministerial Dialogue at COP17 Brings Countries Together on New Land Restoration Approaches
Within the framework of the seventeenth session of the Conference of the Parties to the Convention to Combat Desertification, the ministerial dialogue brought together nations to discuss new approaches to land restoration.
China Corner at COP17 Showcases China's Experience in Combating Desertification
China's pavilion at the 17th session of the Conference of the Parties to the Convention to Combat Desertification showcases China's experiences and achievements in combating desertification.
Ulaanbaatar Declaration Puts Local Governments at Heart of Fight Against Desertification and Drought
The Ulaanbaatar Declaration was launched during the seventeenth session of the Conference of the Parties (COP17) to the United Nations Convention to Combat Desertification, to strengthen the role of local governments in addressing desertification and drought.
Indigenous Peoples Protest at COP17, Demand Effective Participation and Decry Agenda Items Removal
Indigenous peoples' representatives demonstrated in Ulaanbaatar on August 20, 2026, demanding effective participation in COP17 and protesting the removal of agenda items at the request of the United States.
Over 300 Organizations Urge Using Land Restoration as Peacebuilding Tool at COP17
In Ulaanbaatar, a coalition of more than 300 organizations from 45 countries is calling for land restoration to be made a tool for conflict prevention and peacebuilding during the seventeenth session of the Conference of the Parties to the Convention to Combat Desertification.
Armenia Intensifies Preparations to Host CBD COP17
Armenia held a meeting of the preparatory committee for the seventeenth session of the Conference of the Parties to the Convention on Biological Diversity, and discussed arrangements related to the leaders' summit and high-level meetings, with work continuing at the Meridian Exhibition Center.
Reporter's Diary: Covering COP17 from Ulaanbaatar
Reporter's Notes from Ulaanbaatar on Covering the Seventeenth Session of the Conference of the Parties to the United Nations Convention to Combat Desertification.
Middle East Green Initiative Announces Participation in UNCCD COP17
The Green Middle East Initiative announced its participation in the seventeenth session of the Conference of the Parties to the United Nations Convention to Combat Desertification, to enhance regional cooperation in combating desertification and restoring degraded lands.