Of particular relevance for the UNCCD is Goal 15, which urges countries to “Protect, restore and promote sustainable use of terrestrial ecosystems, sustainably manage forests, combat desertification, and halt and reverse land degradation and halt biodiversity loss”. More specifically, Target 15.3 - the target championed by UNCCD and partner countries - was also adopted. This reads, “By 2030, combat desertification, restore degraded land and soil, including land affected by desertification, drought and floods, and strive to achieve a land degradation-neutral world”. Target 15.3 has therefore become a strong vehicle to drive UNCCD implementation, while at the same time contributing to other SDGs, including those relating to climate change mitigation and adaptation, biodiversity conservation, ecosystem restoration, food and water security, disaster risk reduction, and poverty reduction. The 2030 Agenda and its target 15.3 places the UNCCD firmly in the context of the hugely important climate action agenda. This target is our roadmap for the next 15 years.