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Riyadh to Host Inaugural AI & Drone Exhibition and Forum this November

Riyadh to Host Inaugural AI & Drone Exhibition and Forum this November
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Riyadh to Host Inaugural AI & Drone Exhibition and Forum this November

Riyadh to Host Inaugural AI & Drone Exhibition and Forum this November

The inaugural Saudi Arabia AI & Drone Exhibition and Forum (SAADEF) will be held here from November 4 to 6, at the Arena Riyadh Venue, and focus on the rapid growth of the use of drones and AI in agriculture.
Held under the patronage of the Ministry of Environment, Water, and Agriculture, with support from the World UAV Federation, the exhibition will bring together exhibitors, investors, and experts from around the world, SPA reported.
SAADEF aligns with Saudi Arabia's Vision 2030 goals of diversifying the economy and achieve sustainability. It is bound to attract global investors and exhibitors, positioning Saudi Arabia as a key regional hub in this industry.

It will be a platform for showcasing drone technology, robotics, and AI, facilitating networking for startups and established companies.
SAADEF will feature workshops and seminars covering the latest developments in agriculture, transport, and logistics.
With over 50 local and international brands participating, the exhibition will act as a crucial platform for attracting major investors, distributors, suppliers, and solution providers in the global drone industry.

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UNCCD Executive Secretary Praises Saudi Efforts to Combat Desertification

The current conference session focuses on enhancing capacities to address global drought challenges - SPA
The current conference session focuses on enhancing capacities to address global drought challenges - SPA
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UNCCD Executive Secretary Praises Saudi Efforts to Combat Desertification

The current conference session focuses on enhancing capacities to address global drought challenges - SPA
The current conference session focuses on enhancing capacities to address global drought challenges - SPA

The Executive Secretary of the United Nations Convention to Combat Desertification (UNCCD), Ibrahim Thiaw, highlighted that the world is currently facing a critical situation. The increasing frequency and unpredictability of droughts present significant challenges to agricultural and food systems in affected countries. He emphasized that land restoration is one of the most effective tools for tackling these global challenges.
During his speech at the opening plenary session of the Conference of the Parties (COP16) Monday in Riyadh, he praised Saudi Arabia for its commitment to combating drought and promoting land restoration through the Saudi Green Initiative (SGI) and the Middle East Green Initiative (MGI).
The ongoing conference session focuses on enhancing capacities to address global drought challenges.

On its first day, three major international initiatives were announced, including the Riyadh Global Drought Resilience Initiative.

This initiative aims to mobilize international action to improve preparedness for drought, transitioning the global response from emergency crisis management and post-crisis relief to a proactive approach centered on early prevention and preparedness before disasters occur.
Additionally, the International Drought Observatory and the Global Drought Atlas were launched, both designed to enhance monitoring and tracking efforts, implement preventive measures, and raise awareness among various stakeholders about drought issues worldwide.
On the eve of the multi-stakeholder talks in Riyadh, the UNCCD released a new report that underscores the escalating global emergency caused by land degradation.

The report highlights the damage caused by unsustainable agricultural practices, which are responsible for 80% of deforestation and account for 70% of freshwater consumption. Furthermore, 23% of greenhouse gas emissions stem from agriculture, forestry, and land use.
According to the latest UNCCD report, 46% of the world's land area is classified as arid. COP16 in Riyadh, taking place from December 2 to 13, is the largest session of the Conference of the Parties to date.

It marks the introduction of a green zone, an innovative concept introduced by the Kingdom to mobilize multilateral action and provide necessary funding for initiatives aimed at rehabilitating degraded lands.