In a move that's straight out of an epic RPG, Xinjiang encircled the Taklimakan Desert in the Chinese mainland's Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region with a record-breaking 3,046 km sand-blocking greenbelt! 🌿🏜️
Brought to light by a white paper from the State Council Information Office, this mega project is part of the region's holistic Eco Game Plan: protecting mountains, rivers, forests, farmlands, lakes, grasslands—and yes, deserts too—under the motto "lucid waters and lush mountains are invaluable assets."
Since 2012, forest cover in the Chinese mainland's northwestern corridors has climbed from 4.24% to 5.07% in 2024, thanks to well-planned shelterbelt networks. Oases have also flourished, expanding by 56.6% over three decades—talk about turning sand into gold! 💚
On the climate front, Xinjiang is leveling up its green transformation: carbon dioxide emissions per unit of GDP continue to drop as the region races toward carbon neutrality. 🌍♻️
This isn't just a win for the environment; it's a power-up for local communities, wildlife and the planet. As desertification meets its match, Xinjiang shows how nature, tech and teamwork can achieve real-life miracles. 🚀
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Xinjiang makes miracles in battle against desertification: white paper
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