Saudi Arabia Allocates $2.5 Billion to Green Initiative
As more countries express interest in joining the Middle East Green Initiative, it emerges as the largest global coalition dedicated to environmental conservation.
Saudi Arabia has allocated $2.5 billion to the secretariat of the Middle East Green Initiative in the fight against climate change. The announcement was made by Minister of State for Foreign Affairs Adel Al-Jubeir during the first "National Afforestation Forum" in Riyadh.[1]
At the forefront of this initiative are the Saudi Green Initiative and the Middle East Green Initiative, spearheaded by Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman. These endeavors aim to share the kingdom's expertise and resources with neighboring countries, with a focus on circular carbon economy strategies, desertification mitigation, and extensive afforestation efforts.
The forum, which brings together a diverse array of Saudi, regional, and international experts, serves as a platform for collaborative discourse on environmental best practices and sustainable development strategies. As more countries express interest in joining the Middle East Green Initiative, it emerges as the largest global coalition dedicated to environmental conservation.