The Conference of the Parties (COP) was established by the United Nations Convention to Combat Desertification (UNCCD) as its main decision-making body. The COP has been meeting biennially since 2001 and has held 14 sessions. COP16 brings together member states, environmental organizations, and stakeholders gather to discuss global efforts to combat desertification, land degradation. UNCCD COP16 in Riyadh will unite leaders from governments, the private sector, civil society, and global stakeholders to accelerate progress in sustainable land management.
UN-Habitat established the first universal forum on adequate housing. Context: Member States gathering at the United Nations Habitat Assembly, recognised critical elements needed for achieving universal access to adequate housing and made a resounding commitment to address urban poverty, homelessness, informality, and inadequate housing as outlined in the “Adequate Housing for All” resolution (UNHA Resolution […]
This summit will address gaps and recommit to the principles outlined in the 1995 Copenhagen Declaration on Social Development and Programme of Action and give momentum towards the implementation of the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development.
This conference seeks to advance good land governance for the achievement of social, economic, environmental and peace dividends in the Arab region. It aims at sharing knowledge on good practices and innovations, developing the capacities, and promoting collaboration and coordination among land stakeholders.
FIG and Geospatial Council of Australia are organizing the FIG Working Week 2025, 6-10 April 2025 at the Brisbane Convention & Exhibition Centre (BCEC), Australia.
Conference days: 7-9 April; FIG General Assembly: 6 and 10 April; Pre-events/tours: 4-5 April
The Geospatial Council of Australia is the professional body representing surveying and spatial professionals in Australia.