Montenegro Forest Area

Montenegro’s forest cover has risen steadily over the 19‑year span from 55.51 percent of land area in 2006 to 61.49 percent in 2025, marking both the all‑time trough and the all‑time peak within the same period. This 5.98‑percentage‑point gain reflects a modest but consistent expansion of woodland, positioning Montenegro at rank 24 globally for forest area. The increase parallels the forest share of Timor‑Leste, which records 61.47 percent, and narrows the gap with higher‑ranking neighbors such as Korea (63.90 percent). The upward trajectory suggests effective reforestation policies and reduced deforestation pressures, although the modest absolute rise indicates limited room for rapid growth without additional interventions. Continued investment in sustainable forest management and protection of existing stands will be essential to sustain the current trend and potentially push Montenegro’s forest share beyond the 2025 peak.