During COP16 in Riyadh, Osama Faqeeha, deputy minister of environment, water and agriculture of Saudi Arabia and advisor to the UNCCD COP16 president, sat down with a CMG reporter for an exclusive interview. The discussion explored the growing bilateral and multilateral collaboration opportunities between Saudi Arabia and China in combating desertification and advancing green development. COP16, held from December 2-13, 2024, is a pivotal global event where nations unite to address desertification, land degradation and sustainable solutions. Dive into Faqeeha's perspectives on the transformative potential of this partnership.