The Syrian Future Movement celebrates International Mountain Day today, December 11th, a global occasion to highlight the importance of mountains as an environmental, economic, and cultural resource, and as a guarantee of the sustainability of life on Earth.
The Syrian Future Movement notes that Syria is distinguished by its strategic mountains, which have played and continue to play a pivotal role in its history and national security. Among the most prominent are:
1- The Coastal Mountain Range (Latakia-Tartous), which provides rich vegetation and fresh water, and forms a hub for agriculture and ecotourism.
2- The Qalamoun Mountains (Rural Damascus), which are a major water source, a haven for biodiversity, and an important center for sustainable rural development.
3- The Sham Mountains/Southern Region (Daraa-Sweida), which represent a base for traditional agriculture and are home to indigenous mountain communities.
4- The Aleppo Countryside Mountain Range, which comprises strategic forest and dam areas and provides significant potential for energy and water.
The Syrian Future Movement believes that celebrating International Mountain Day should translate into practical national strategies for preserving these resources, including:
- Sustainable environmental protection: Conserving forests, groundwater, and biodiversity.
- Developing mountain communities: Supporting local populations with sustainable economic projects, education, and healthcare to ensure a dignified life in their regions.
- Promoting scientific research: Utilizing geological and environmental studies to manage mountain resources efficiently.
- Raising awareness and fostering community participation: Spreading the values of protecting the mountain environment and encouraging citizen participation in nature conservation initiatives.
The Syrian Future Movement believes that Syria’s mountains are strategic national assets that represent the foundation of environmental, food, and water security, and constitute a vital element in sustainable development and building a modern state capable of facing future challenges.
The Syrian Future Movement affirms that protecting Syria’s mountains and integrating them into development plans is a direct investment in the stability of the nation and the security of future generations, and that celebrating this day is a national reminder of the importance of the nation’s natural environment in the process of building and progress.
