National Forest Policy. Country/Territory Pakistan Document type Date 2015 Source FAO, FAOLEX Subject Forestry, Water, Wild species & ecosystems Keyword Afforestation/reforestation Forest management/forest conservation Biodiversity Research Rural youth Climate change Governance Local government Wetlands PIC-prior informed consent Sustainable development Ecosystem preservation Management/conservation Education Geographical area Asia, ASIA AND THE PACIFIC, Indian Ocean, South Asian Seas, Southern Asia Abstract In the view of Pakistan’s high vulnerability to adverse impacts of climate change, in particular to extreme events, mitigation and adaptation measures, the Government has elaborated this National Forest Policy. The goal of this document is the expansion of national coverage of forests, protected areas, natural habitats and green areas for restoration of ecological functions and maximizing economic benefits while meeting Pakistan’s obligations to international agreements related to forests. Full text English