Riyadh: The ministers of agriculture from Iran and Iraq have announced a collaborative effort to tackle the pressing issue of desertification. Gholamreza Nouri, Iran's Minister of Agricultural Jihad, met with Iraq's Minister of Agriculture, Abbas Jabr al-Aliawi, on the sidelines of the United Nations Convention to Combat Desertification (COP16) to discuss strategies for joint cooperation. According to Islamic Republic News Agency, the meeting took place during the COP16 event, currently being held in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. The convention focuses on addressing desertification, promoting resilience to drought, and implementing actions through a people-centered approach. The collaboration between Iran and Iraq aims to enhance efforts to combat the growing threat of desertification that affects both nations. Gholamreza Nouri's participation in the COP16 highlights Iran's commitment to international cooperation in addressing environmental challenges. The 16th meeting of the Convention to Combat Desertification se rves as a platform for countries to share knowledge and strategies to mitigate the impact of desertification on their respective landscapes and communities.