UAE’s Minister for Climate Change and Environment, Mariam bint Mohammed Almheiri, has announced a significant initiative at COP28. In collaboration with Brazil, the UAE will co-host a Ministerial Dialogue focusing on Water-Resilient Food Systems. This partnership underscores the critical role of water in agriculture and aims to address global food insecurity and climate change. The dialogue, set for December 10, 2023, will convene ministers, private sector representatives, international organizations, and civil society to assess the resilience of water and food systems within Nationally Determined Contributions and National Action Plans. The UAE is committed to promoting sustainability and inclusivity in tackling the challenges of climate change and food security on a global scale.
