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2026-08-21T05:15:00-04:00
0115am
The 17th session of the Conference of the Parties (COP17) to the United Nations Convention to Combat Desertification (UNCCD) under the theme Restoring Land. Restoring Hope held from August 17-28, 2026, in Ulaanbaatar, Mongolia.
2026-08-21T06:30:00-04:00
0230am
The 17th session of the Conference of the Parties (COP17) to the United Nations Convention to Combat Desertification (UNCCD) under the theme Restoring Land. Restoring Hope held from August 17-28, 2026, in Ulaanbaatar, Mongolia.
2026-08-21T06:30:00-04:00
0230am
This session will enable the media to engage directly with scientists and indigenous knowledge holders through questions and discussion.
2026-08-21T08:00:00-04:00
0400am
The ninth session of the Working Group on the Strengthening of the Biological Weapons Convention will take place in Geneva, Switzerland. The Working Group will be chaired by H.E. Frederico S. Duque Estrada Meyer of Brazil. The Vice-Chairs of the Working Group are H.E. Ambassador Anne Lazar-Sury of France and Mr. Irakli Jgenti of Georgia.
2026-08-21T08:00:00-04:00
0400am
Join the G20 Global Land Initiative at COP to discover how landscape restoration innovation bundles can turn ambition into investable action. Explore integrated approaches to global land restoration and ecosystem restoration that deliver lasting benefits for people, landscapes, and sustainable food systems.
2026-08-21T08:30:00-04:00
0430am
Press Conferences
UN Geneva Press Briefing: OCHA, UNICEF, WMO, WHO
UN Geneva Press Briefing: OCHA, UNICEF, WMO, WHO
UN Geneva press briefing chaired by Alessandra Vellucci, Director, UN Information Service
2026-08-21T09:30:00-04:00
0530am
Experience the launch of our digital publication showcasing inspiring land restoration and ecosystem restoration success stories at COP. See how the G20 Global Land Initiative is driving positive environmental action worldwide.
2026-08-21T10:30:00-04:00
0630am
The 90-minute program features a documentary screening, live music, and an intergenerational dialogue with filmmakers, musicians, pastoralists, and government representatives, aiming to raise awareness of sustainable land management, elevate pastoralist knowledge, and amplify youth voices in the COP17 process.
2026-08-21T13:00:00-04:00
0900am
The ninth session of the Working Group on the Strengthening of the Biological Weapons Convention will take place in Geneva, Switzerland. The Working Group will be chaired by H.E. Frederico S. Duque Estrada Meyer of Brazil. The Vice-Chairs of the Working Group are H.E. Ambassador Anne Lazar-Sury of France and Mr. Irakli Jgenti of Georgia.
2026-08-21T14:00:00-04:00
1000am
The General Assembly, in its resolution A/RES/72/165, proclaimed 21 August as the International Day of Remembrance of and Tribute to the Victims of Terrorism. The theme of this year's commemoration, "Healing Through Memory", was selected through consultations with the Victims of Terrorism Associations Network (VoTAN). It recognizes the important role that remembrance, memorialization, solidarity, and collective memory can play in healing, resilience, recovery, and social cohesion.
2026-08-21T15:15:00-04:00
1115am
Press Conferences
Christina Markus Lassen (Denmark/Security Council President) on the election of the next Secretary-General - Security Council Media Stakeout
Christina Markus Lassen (Denmark/Security Council President) on the election of the next Secretary-General - Security Council Media Stakeout
Informal comments to the media by Christina Markus Lassen, Permanent Representative of Denmark and President of the Security Council for the month of August, on the election of the next Secretary-General.
2026-08-21T16:00:00-04:00
1200pm
Press Conferences
Colombia, Gaza & other topics - Daily Press Briefing
Colombia, Gaza & other topics - Daily Press Briefing
Noon briefing by Stéphane Dujarric, Spokesperson for the Secretary-General.
2026-08-22T02:00:00-04:00
1000pm
The 17th session of the Conference of the Parties (COP17) to the United Nations Convention to Combat Desertification (UNCCD) under the theme Restoring Land. Restoring Hope held from August 17-28, 2026, in Ulaanbaatar, Mongolia.
2026-08-22T03:30:00-04:00
1130pm
Join experts at COP to explore how technology and traditional knowledge can prevent wildfires and enhance ecosystem restoration. Discover collaborative strategies for land restoration supported by the G20 Global Land Initiative.