Antalya, Türkiye, (Nabaa Sudan) – Minister of Environment Dr. Obai Al-Sheikh stressed the importance of supporting initiatives that contribute to environmental protection and sustainable development, praising the efforts of the Peoples' League Organization in afforestation and environmental protection.
He made the remarks during a visit to Sudan's pavilion at the climate conference in Antalya, Türkiye, where he was briefed on the organization's “One Million Trees” project, which aims to restore vegetation cover and expand green spaces in Khartoum State.
The Chairman of the Peoples' League Organization, Lt. Gen. Omar Nimir, explained that the project aims to plant one million shade, fruit-bearing and multipurpose trees over 36 months, at an estimated cost of US$20 million. The initiative forms part of a vision to establish green belts, improve the environment and address the effects of climate change.
Both sides underscored the importance of strengthening coordination between national institutions and environmental organizations and engaging local communities in implementing initiatives that support recovery and create green jobs.
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