proposed a strategic goal of building an ecological culture by 2020. According to the plan, national forest cover shall reach 20 percent by 2010, and 26 percent by 2050. By 2030, over 90 percent of natural wetlands shall be effectively protected, and a quite complete wetland conservation and management system shall be established. By 2050, nature reserves will account for 16 percent of the total land area.

"I would like to mention that the greening undertaking has received not only support from all walks of life in Beijing, but also assistance from the international community," said Dong Ruilong, Director of the Beijing Municipal Gardens Bureau at a press conference. Seventeen forestry cooperation projects have been implemented jointly with 11 countries and three international organizations, which helped facilitate the greening campaign in Beijing. Meanwhile, the Chinese Government has actively taken part in global planting to fulfill its responsibility as a big country. It attaches great importance to and actively takes part in the1- Billion Plantations Campaign and 6.7-Billion Plantations Campaign that were initiated by the United Nations Environment Program. The Chinese Government implements international conventions, proactively participates in combating the illegal timber trade, and has issued Chinese Enterprises Guidelines for Sustainable Management of Forests Abroad to promote global forest resource rehabilitation and sustainable development.

"The pursuit of a green life is a symbol of modern civilization and our ultimate goal as well. We are confident and determined to make new achievements in the future," said Liu Tuo, General Director of the Desertification Combating Office of the State Forestry Administration.