# Arab regional rangeland and environmental sustainability

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/arab-regional-rangeland-and-environmental-sustainability
> Updated: 2026-09-30T15:37:18.000Z. Sources: 8. Developments: 2.

Arab nations are emphasizing rangeland sustainability and environmental management to bolster regional food security and combat land degradation.

During the observance of Arab Agriculture Day, the Arab Organization for Agricultural Development highlighted the importance of natural pastures, which cover approximately 32.7% of the region's total area. These lands are considered vital for livestock support and biodiversity but face threats from climate change, drought, and desertification. Oman noted its use of modern technologies and legal frameworks to protect these ecosystems.

Following these observations, during the 37th session of the Arab Ministers of Environment Council in Cairo, specific national strategies were detailed. Saudi Arabia reported rehabilitating 1.2 million hectares of land through its National Rangeland Strategy, with a goal of 2.5 million hectares by 2030. Similarly, Jordan outlined a national afforestation plan to plant 10 million trees, aiming for neutrality regarding land degradation by 2030.

## Claims

- Saudi Arabia has implemented a National Rangeland Strategy divided into environmental and livestock tracks. (single source)
- Saudi Arabia has rehabilitated 1.2 million hectares of land to date. (single source)
- Saudi Arabia aims to rehabilitate 2.5 million hectares of land by 2030 under the Saudi Green Initiative. (single source)
- The King Abdulaziz Royal Reserve Development Authority is working on initiatives to protect ecosystems and develop ecotourism. (single source)
- Jordan aims to plant 10 million trees as part of its national afforestation plan. (single source)
- Jordan seeks to achieve neutrality regarding land degradation by 2030. (single source)

## Timeline

### 2026-09-30: Arab nations outline environmental sustainability and rangeland restoration strategies

At an Arab environmental forum in Cairo, Saudi Arabia and Jordan outlined major sustainability goals, including Saudi land rehabilitation targets and Jordan's plan to plant 10 million trees.

5 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/arab-nations-outline-environmental-sustainability-and-rangeland-restoration-strategies

### 2026-09-27: Arab nations observe Arab Agriculture Day focusing on rangeland sustainability

Arab nations are observing Arab Agriculture Day 2026, focusing on sustainable rangeland management to ensure regional food security and combat climate change and desertification.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/arab-nations-observe-arab-agriculture-day-focusing-on-rangeland-sustainability

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