The 2026 report offers an updated overview of progress towards the United Nations Strategic Plan for Forests 2017–2030 and its six Global Forest Goals. Drawing on voluntary national reports submitted by Member States and on other authoritative sources, it presents a detailed picture of national actions, innovations and persistent challenges. While many countries have strengthened forest governance, expanded restoration efforts, enhanced monitoring systems and deepened cooperation, forest loss and degradation continue in several regions. The findings remind us that achieving the Global Forest Goals by 2030 will require scaled-up ambition, significantly increased finance, stronger institutions and sustained political commitment across all sectors.
