Sudurpashchim Province Faces Forestry Crisis as Timber Rots Amid Policy Paralysis
Summary
Sudurpashchim Province's forestry sector faces a crisis as billions worth of timber rot due to unclear policies, causing economic loss and dependency on costly imported materials.
Key Points
- Sudurpashchim Province has about 1.8 million cubic feet of timber rotting in forests due to lack of a clear forestry policy.
- The provincial government has repeatedly banned timber extraction, worsening resource wastage and economic loss.
- Local construction is shifting to expensive imported materials like aluminum and plywood due to unavailable timber.
- The provincial assembly has delayed passing a bill to amend forest laws and allow timber collection, despite expert recommendations.
