UN Convention to Combat Desertification - Diplomacy and International relations
Q. Consider the following statements
1. The United Nations Convention to Combat Desertification is the first and only internationally legally binding framework set up to address the problem of desertification.
2. One ratifying state Canada has announced its denunciation the convention.
3. India is party to convention
Which of the above statements are correct? - Published on 06 May 15a. 1,2
b. 1,3
c. 2,3
d. All
ANSWER: All
The United Nations Convention to Combat Desertification is for the countries who are experiencing Serious Drought and/or Desertification, particularly in Africa. It is to combat desertification and mitigate the effects of drought through national action programs that incorporate long-term strategies supported by international cooperation and partnership arrangements. It was adopted in Paris, France on 17 June 1994 and entered into force in December 1996. It is the first and only internationally legally binding framework set up to address the problem of desertification. One ratifying state ”Canada” has announced its denunciation the convention. Otherwise all UN members are party to this convention.
