United Nations Convention to Combat Desertification in Countries Experiencing Serious Drought and/or Desertification, especially in Africa

Definition

Adopted in 1994, entered into force in 1996. Often referred to as one of the Rio Conventions, as impetus for the Convention was gathered at the 1992 Rio Conference).

Details

Related concepts:
Committee for the Review of Implementation of the Convention,
Committee on Science and Technology,
United Nations Conference on Environment and Development,
Joint Liaison Group,
Desertification,
Land degradation,
National Action Plans,
World Food Programme
Alternative labels:
UNCCD
URI:
https://vocabulary.informea.org/NegotiatorsGlossary/1243