June 17 marking World Day to Combat Desertification and Drought
Baku, June 17, AZERTAC
World Day to Combat Desertification and Drought is recognized yearly on June 17. It focuses on reclaiming degraded land and transforming it into a healthy environment. Droughts are one of the most serious risks to long-term development, particularly in developing countries, but also in affluent countries. The major goal of the day is to develop workable answers to the problem of desertification. It is critical to the rehabilitation of degraded land to increase economic resilience, increase income, and assure food security. The day gives us a good opportunity to recognize that drought and desertification can be eradicated. The United Nations General Assembly designated the World Day to Combat Desertification and Drought in 1994. This day was created to raise public awareness about measures to battle desertification, particularly in areas where there is a severe drought. For the first time in 1995, people all across the world observed World Day to Combat Desertification and Drought.
Every year, the World Day to Combat Desertification and Drought is held to raise public awareness of global efforts to combat desertification. Droughts are one of the most serious risks to long-term development, particularly in developing countries, but also in affluent countries.
According to the World Meteorological Organization (W.M.O.), droughts have grown by 29% since 2000 compared to the previous two decades.
Drought is a major issue now that more than 2.3 billion people currently struggle with water scarcity. By 2040, most children would be living in places with acute water shortages, according to estimates made by UNICEF. Drought affects every country across the globe.
As a result, the United Nations Convention to Combat Desertification (U.N.C.C.D.) is urging all members of the international community to recognize land as a finite and valuable natural resource, prioritize its health, and work hard to preserve it. Everyone has a stake in the future, thus everyone has a role to play.
This observance aims to inspire action and make discussions concerning drought and desertification more mainstream. By addressing these issues constantly, we can come up with lasting solutions to sustain our planet for future generations.
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