Saudi Arabia's Climate Envoy: Afforestation, Green Initiatives Key to Global Stability and Sustainability
The National Greening Forum, organized by the National Center for Vegetation Cover Development & Combating Desertification in Riyadh, discussed Saudi Arabia's initiatives in afforestation and climate change.
Adel Al-Jubeir, the Kingdom's climate envoy and minister of state for foreign affairs, emphasized the importance of cementing Saudi Arabia's role in the global community regarding climate change and the environment.
The Discover Nature program was introduced for experts and enthusiasts to learn and document under this forum, which is a part of Saudi Arabia's Vision 2030 for improving quality of life.
The Kingdom, as a member of the international community, recognizes the importance of a clean environment and afforestation in addressing climate change.
The minister emphasized the historical impact of drought on conflicts, population displacement, and health issues, making land rehabilitation essential for global stability and quality of life.
As the world's largest oil exporter, the Kingdom feels a responsibility to lead in climate action and set global standards rather than following them.
The minister recently attended the World Economic Forum in Riyadh, focusing on collaboration and growth opportunities.
The text summarizes a speech given by an unnamed individual from the Kingdom, emphasizing the importance of the Kingdom's role in addressing international challenges, specifically climate change.
The speaker highlights the economic impact of natural disasters and the need for nature-based solutions.
He also stresses the need for global collaboration to combat these issues sustainably and expresses optimism about reaching the goal of combating climate change, despite differences between developed and developing countries.
The Kingdom is addressing environmental issues through a comprehensive approach that includes afforestation, reducing consumption, technological development, carbon capture methods, rehabilitation, and establishing nature reserves.
Saudi Arabia's National Greening Forum launched the Discover Nature program to bring together experts and enthusiasts.
The Saudi Green Initiative aims to grow 10 billion trees, demonstrating the country's commitment to addressing environmental challenges and improving quality of life.
Saudi Arabia emphasizes the importance of considering various industries, such as animals, industry, cement, and chemicals, in environmental efforts.
European countries are criticized for focusing too much on hydrocarbons and neglecting other environmental aspects.
The minister highlighted that sustainability initiatives involve awareness, knowledge, and achieving goals.
He stressed that sustainability goes beyond planting a tree; it requires ongoing care and attention for growth.
In other words, sustainability is an ongoing process, not a one-time action.