What percent part of the total area of Pakistan is covered with forests?

Only about 4.9% of Pakistan’s total area is covered with forests; which is far below the international standard of 25%. This limited forest cover contributes to problems such as deforestation; soil erosion; and climate vulnerability. The country has been working on afforestation initiatives such as the Billion Tree Tsunami and Ten Billion Tree Project to address this gap. Increasing forest cover is essential for sustainable development; water conservation; and combating climate change.