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The Norwegian government has taken a stand against deforestation and has become the first country in the world to commit to a zero deforstation policy
Updated : Jun 20, 2016, 02:45 PM IST
Norway has become the first country in the world to take a stand against deforestation, reports Bright Side.
Wood is a basic raw material but the excessive demand of wood has led to large scale tropical deforestation, acknowledged the Norwegian Government.
The Norwegian government has decided to not buy products that are in any form procured from or that are involved in activities related to tropical deforestation.
This implies that government contracts will also no longer be awarded to companies that cuts down trees.
Some of the most affected forests are those in Argentina, Bolivia, Brazil, Paraguay, Indonesia, Malaysia and Papua New Guinea.
Millions of people depend on forests and deforestation not only harms nature but also affects the livelihood of these people.
Norway has urged other countries like UK and Germany to also take a similar step in order to make this world a healthier and greener place.