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New alert urges countries to strengthen surveillance and preparedness as heavy rainfall and flooding increase outbreak risk

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The updated framework reflects advances in geospatial technologies, digital information systems, land evaluation, multicriteria analysis and decision-support systems

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Also at the UN Biodiversity Conference (COP17), initiatives in China, Colombia, Ethiopia and the United States are recognized as UN World Restoration Flagships

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The FAO-supported initiatives in Algeria and Mexico totalling $184.8 million will address food security and climate challenges, benefitting over a million people

FAO in Geneva

The FAO Liaison Office in Geneva (FAO in Geneva) is working with partners to achieve FAO’s corporate goal and the wider Sustainable Development Agenda. It works as an advocacy and partnership platform, to ensure FAO’s role and impact is well understood... find out more.

Through the FAO in Geneva Thematic Dialogue Series, it is also championing key thematic issues of importance to FAO, its members and partners, leveraging key field work of the Organization.

Recent and upcoming events

4/11

2026

Hybrid Event, 04/11/2026

To mark One Health Day 2026, the FAO Liaison Office in Geneva is organizing a hybrid dialogue "One Health, Science and Evidence."  

3/11

2026

Hybrid Event, 03/11/2026

Plant pests cost the world around USD 220 billion in trade every year. How much of that is prevented also depends on the capacities of institutions and the professionals inspecting a consignment, analysing a risk or issuing a phytosanitary certificate.

Highlights
365 DAYS OF ACTION
FAO’s 80th anniversary

A global call to write the next chapter of FAO’s journey together. Join us as we kick off celebrations early to build an unforgettable anniversary.

IN FOCUS
Climate action

Actions to make agriculture sustainable are among the most effective measures to help nations adapt to and mitigate climate change.

Publications
FAO Flagship publications

FAO’s State of the World publications provide a comprehensive overview of the most pressing global issues associated with food and agriculture.

WEBSITE
FAO emergencies and resilience

In emergencies, FAO saves lives, safeguards livelihoods, and lays the foundations for resilience.

In Depth