Every year on June 25, China marks its National Land Day, the first national day globally dedicated to land preservation. Established in 1986, this day aims to raise awareness about land protection and promote policies that ensure sustainable land use.
China, boasting the third-largest land area in the world, faces unique challenges. Despite its vast expanse, the country's per capita land is only a third of the global average, ranking 11th. Moreover, with diverse climates and landforms, arable land constitutes around 10 percent of China's territory, making it the second largest globally but ranking 67th in per capita arable land.
Since the 30th National Land Day, themes like \"Using the land economically and intensively\" and \"Sticking to the red line of cultivated land\" have guided China's conservation efforts. Balancing resource development with ecological preservation remains a critical challenge, compounded by issues like degradation, desertification, soil erosion, and pollution.
As China celebrates its 34th National Land Day, the nation reflects on decades of dedication to preserving land resources. Remarkable achievements include maintaining arable land, restoring wastelands, and optimizing land utilization, showcasing China's commitment to sustainable development.
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China's National Land Day: A determined way to defend the land
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