Mongolia calls for concrete actions on desertification at COP17

At the opening of COP17, Mongolia called for concrete actions to address desertification. The country's Prime Minister highlighted that 80% of Mongolia's soil is already degraded by this issue, which also affects 40% of land globally.

Soil degradation results in various environmental and socio-economic consequences, leading to an urgent need for effective interventions. The leader acknowledged the seriousness of the situation and called for a firm focus to mitigate the damage caused.

The United Nations Convention to Combat Desertification (UNCCD) also expressed the need for a summit focused on implementing measures. The UNCCD official emphasized the importance of a global commitment to tackle this challenge.

Mongolia's request at COP17 reflects the growing international concern over desertification, considering the impacts it has on living conditions and environmental sustainability. The summit is seen as an opportunity to discuss effective solutions.