2.1.1 To reserve, maintain and develop forest land resources including mangroves ecosystem covering at least 30% of total land area which is capable of environmental protection through: mangroves ecosystem covering at least 30% of total land area which is capable of environmental protection through:  minimizing soil desiccation and soil erosion;  improving, conserving and preserving biodiversity;  maintaining river bank stability (mangroves); and  protecting the swamp lands. 2.1.2 To ensure that 75% of forest lands are managed and protected according to forest management principles and plans in order to increase forest resource base by: engaging local communities in forest resource management; strengthening local structures such as community forest management committees, Area Councils;  devolving more authority and management responsibilities to local communities and area councils; and introducing effective participatory techniques for local empowerment. 2.1.3 To ensure that sufficient supply of forest produce needed by both urban and rural population is available through: rehabilitation of forest lands; and establishment of fast growing plantations and woodlots (e.g Jatroffa carcus spp for bio-energy). 2.1.4 Develop the institutional capacity of local government councils, the private sector and community-based organizations (CBOS), to deal with land degradation at their level by: building skills base of partner institutions; providing technical assistance to partner institutions; and providing financial assistance, which can be reduced over time. 2.1.5 To promote national tree planting by encouraging: