The 16th Conference of the Parties (COP16) to the United Nations Convention to Combat Desertification (UNCCD) is being held in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, from December 2 to 13, 2024.
The 16th Conference of the Parties (COP16) to the United Nations Convention to Combat Desertification (UNCCD) is being held in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, from December 2 to 13, 2024.
Within the framework of this conference, Azerbaijan has been unanimously elected as the Chair of the Central and Eastern Europe regional group, a position it will hold for two years, and has also been selected as a member of the COP16 Bureau.
During its term as Chair, Azerbaijan will also serve as the Vice-President of the Conference of the Parties.
The group includes 15 Eastern and Central European countries, alongside Azerbaijan.
The Regional Action Programme of the Eastern and Central Europe group of the UNCCD, established during COP5 in 2001, was approved in 2015. The programme focuses on enhancing regional activities, increasing knowledge, promoting ecological agriculture, and other priority areas.
The main duties of the COP16 Bureau, which represents 12 regions, include overseeing the implementation of COP decisions and organizing future COP meetings. The Bureau also monitors the implementation of commitments made between COP sessions.
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The World Bank confirms Kazakhstan's GDP growth forecast at 4.7% for 2025 and 3.5% for 2026, with oil production driving recovery.
Brazil announces Nigeria's acceptance as a partner country in BRICS, highlighting shared interests and Nigeria's growing role in global governance and the Global South.
Start your day informed with AnewZ Morning Briefing: here are the top news stories for January 18th, covering the latest developments you need to know.
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Thousands in Belgrade held a silent protest outside RTS, honouring victims of a roof collapse. University students demanded justice for the tragedy, blaming Serbian authorities.
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