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Maldives Ports Limited to plant one million trees

The first 10,000 trees will be planted this week as part of MPL's one million tree initiative.

Malika Shahid
20 October 2024, MVT 13:38
MPL CEO Mohamed Wajeeh signs the pledge to plant one million trees -- Photo: MPL
Malika Shahid
20 October 2024, MVT 13:38

Maldives Ports Limited (MPL) has launched a one million tree planting initiative as part of the government's broader five million tree planting program, which was introduced on this year's Environment Day.

During a ceremony held yesterday at the designated Thilafushi Commercial Harbour site, MPL signed a pledge to plant one million trees, with the document being handed over to the Minister of Climate Change, Environment, and Energy, Thoriq Ibrahim.

MPL employees taking part in the tree planting initiative -- Photo: MPL

MPL CEO Mohamed Wajeeh emphasized the significance of the government’s five million tree planting programme, noting that it is crucial for protecting the environment and preserving it for future generations.

He said that all departments and regional ports of MPL will participate in the programme. Wajeeh also highlighted the collaboration between councils and clubs to reach the one million tree target.

Environment Minister Thoriq and MPL CEO Wajeeh taking part in the event -- Photo: MPL

The first 10,000 trees will be planted this week as part of MPL's one million tree initiative.

MPL has set the goal of planting the most number of trees under the government's tree planting programme.

During the ceremony, the foundation stone for a temporary mosque to be built by MPL at the Thilafushi commercial harbor site was laid as well.

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