Global Drought Crisis: Urgent Action Needed to Address Unprecedented Emergency

The UN Convention to Combat Desertification (UNCCD) has released a report highlighting the unprecedented global emergency caused by human-induced droughts. The report reveals the devastating impacts of drought on lives, economies, and various sectors of society. It emphasizes the urgent need for transformational change to address the increasing frequency and severity of drought events. The report also highlights the importance of nature-based solutions, sustainable land management, efficient water management, and disaster preparedness in building global drought resilience. International cooperation and binding global agreements are crucial to curtail the effects of drought and respect planetary boundaries.