Doha, June 26 (QNA) – The Ministry of Municipality, represented by the Doha Municipality, announced the success of the first phase of its project to combat desertification and improve the urban landscape as part of the “Let’s Make it More Beautiful” campaign that was launched in early 2025.
The campaign coincided with the World Day to Combat Desertification and Drought.
The ministry said in a statement on Thursday that the campaign aims to reduce desert areas within Doha by planting vegetation in urban areas, in line with sustainable development goals, particularly those related to halting land degradation and combating desertification.
The first phase saw the planting of more than 110,000 seedlings of wind and arid climate resistant plants across a 15,000-meter-long stretch in strategic locations including Airport Road, Al Jamiaa Street, and the Najma District, using sustainable technologies that are compatible with the local environment.
The second phase included planting a 10,000-meter-long windbreak hedge on several main streets, including Al Messila, the Arab League, Al Khafji, and the entrance to Beach 974. The project also included preparing the relevant lands for the completion of the hedge planting.
The ministry confirmed that the campaign extends over four gradual phases until 2030. Through this project, the ministry seeks to eliminate desert landscapes within the city and enhance environmental sustainability in Doha, in line with Qatar National Vision 2030 and the state’s commitments to environmental conservation. (QNA)