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Uses of Land: Lesson for Kids

From Land Degradation to Land Restoration

Land degradation is a pressing global issue, affecting 40% of the Earth's surface and more than 3.2 billion people worldwide. At the World Economic Forum, Ibrahim Thiaw, Executive Secretary of the UN Convention to Combat Desertification, discussed the scale of the problem, potential solutions, and the economic and social benefits of restoring degraded land. He highlighted the importance of technological advances, public-private partnerships, and empowering local communities in achieving global r