SIG also intends to protect at least 20% of the terrestrial and inland water; 15% of coastal and marine areas enabling ecological, representative and well-connected system of protected area in the country, as provided in The National Biodiversity Strategic Action Plan 2016-2020. The newly launched National Forestry Policy 2020 is also hoped to assist the government manage and sustain the country’s forest resources for the benefit and resilience of all Solomon Islanders.