HRH the Crown Prince and Prime Minister plants a tree in commemoration of National Tree Week

His Royal Highness Prince Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa, the Crown Prince and Prime Minister, today planted a tree at Gudaibiya Palace in commemoration of this year’s National Tree Week.

His Royal Highness emphasised the need to strengthen national efforts to preserve the environment, ensure the sustainability of natural resources, and expand green spaces by promoting a culture of planting trees and encouraging community participation in environmental initiatives. His Royal Highness outlined that these efforts contribute to enhancing environmental security and addressing climate challenges, in line with the vision of His Majesty King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa.

HRH the Crown Prince and Prime Minister also highlighted the importance of promoting environmental social responsibility, adopting eco-friendly practices, and expanding green spaces in support of the Kingdom’s environmental goals, including its commitment to achieving carbon neutrality by 2060.

His Royal Highness expressed his appreciation for the dedicated efforts of His Highness Shaikh Mohammed bin Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa, in overseeing of the Kingdom’s afforestation plan and the Bahrain Mangrove Initiative, which play a critical role in advancing environmental conservation and protecting natural resources.

HRH the Crown Prince and Prime Minister extended his appreciation for all entities supporting the implementation of environmental initiatives and raising awareness of the importance of preserving the environment and its natural resources.

His Royal Highness underscored the need for joint efforts across government, entities, the private sector, civil society, and the community to achieve the Kingdom’s environmental goals, including through community participation in initiatives such as tree planting and preserving green spaces.

His Royal Highness further emphasised the importance of promoting responsible environmental practices and initiatives that address climate challenges and promote sustainability.

HRH the Crown Prince and Prime Minister affirmed the Kingdom’s commitment to continuing its proactive role in international efforts to protect the environment and address climate challenges, building on its achievements and advancing programmes that enhance environmental security.

A number of senior officials were also in attendance.