- The 14th Prime Minister of India, Shri Narendra Modi (age 68 years) is going to addresses the 14th Conference of Parties of the United Nations Convention to Combat Desertification (UNCCD).
- The Conference of COP14 is being held in Greater Noida, Uttar Pradesh.
- During the Conference, around 7,200 participants which include Ministers and representatives of Governments, Non-government, Scientists, Women, and Youth from the 197 parties are expected.
- The main objective of this COP14 Conference is to strengthen land-use policies worldwide and address emerging threats, such as forced migration, sand and dust storms, and droughts.
Published On : 09 Sep 2019
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