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In Central Asia, governments and international organizations have undertaken significant efforts since the 1990s to inventory, develop, and promote sustainable land management (SLM) practices, which encompass both traditional methods specific to the region and innovative approaches aimed at mitigating and addressing emerging risks and issues stemming from climate change and land degradation.

This document presents the first draft of the methodological framework and preliminary trends of the UNCCD Needs Assessment, which was requested by Decision 13/COP15. The document is made available for the review of the UNCCD National Focal Points as part of the consultation process.

A long-term vision of the Regional Strategy for Sand and Dust Storms Management in Central Asia for 2021–2030 is to reduce the vulnerability of Central Asian countries and communities to the effects of SDS by mitigating active sources and planning for proactive measures in destination areas.

Regional strategy for drought risk management and mitigation in Central Asia for 2021-2030 identifies regional vulnerabilities and illuminates opportunities for drought risk management and mitigation in line with national plans for land and water resources management.

At its fifteenth session in 2022, the Conference of the Parties (COP) of the United Nations Convention to Combat Desertification (UNCCD) launched a midterm evaluation of the UNCCD 2018-2030 Strategic Framework. The evaluation process is overseen by a dedicated Intergovernmental Working Group (IWG-MTE) with support from the UNCCD secretariat. This independent assessment, conducted by external…

Keynote address delivered by the UNCCD Executive Secretary Ibrahim Thiaw at the University of Arizona’s Black Faculty Speakers Series.