Yemen Faces Tree Overharvesting Risks
Yemen is facing a serious rise in the phenomenon of illegal logging, which is leading to the depletion of plant cover and environmental degradation. On average, more than 18,000 trees are cut daily, resulting in the loss of around 1.2 million trees annually. The main reasons for this include rising fuel prices, poverty, unemployment, as well as weak policies and legislation regulating the sector. This has caused the forested area, which is estimated at 1.5 million hectares, to shrink, increasing the risks of desertification and ecological imbalance. The depletion of trees leads to soil deterioration, increased desertification, and the shrinking of wildlife habitats. It also negatively impacts agriculture and beekeeping sectors, threatening food security and exacerbating poverty and migration. Experts recommend implementing a national plan that includes stricter monitoring, providing sustainable energy alternatives, and expanding afforestation campaigns. It is also essential for government and community efforts to work together to preserve plant resources and ensure the sustainability of environmental assets.
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