As 2023 comes to a close, we reflect on one of the year’s most significant milestones in biodiversity conservation: the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) between the Management Board of the Trang An Scenic Landscape Complex and the Three Monkeys Wildlife Conservation (TMWC) organization. This MoU, signed on November 22, 2023, marks the beginning of a five-year collaboration (2023-2028) focused on the investigation, research, and monitoring of biodiversity within this UNESCO World Heritage site.
Hien Nguyen and Tilo Nadler are singing Mou with MB of Trang An SLC. (Photo: Trang An)
Pearl Island in Trang where Three Monkeys reintroduced the critically endangered Delacour’s langur
The MoU signing ceremony was attended by Mr. Bui Quang Ninh, Deputy Director of the Management Board of the Trang An Scenic Landscape Complex, and Ms. Nguyen Thi Thu Hien, Office Manager of TMWC.
Hien and her husband – Tilo Nadler are singing Mou with MB of Trang An SLC. (Photo: Trang An)
The MoU establishes the foundation for collaboration between the Trang An Scenic Landscape Complex Management Board and TMWC. The agreed projects will be carried out in compliance with legal regulations and with approval from relevant state authorities. The initiatives at Trang An aim to enhance biodiversity conservation, raise awareness among locals and tourists, and preserve the cultural and natural heritage of this World Heritage site.
According to the MoU, both parties will work together to identify research needs and conduct biodiversity investigations within the heritage site. They will also collaborate on educational and awareness-raising activities for the local community and visitors. Additionally, the MoU includes provisions for sharing collaborative efforts with other partners to avoid duplication of work and to foster multi-party cooperation when necessary.
This partnership marks a critical step towards preserving the rich biodiversity of Trang An, ensuring that this natural and cultural treasure continues to thrive for generations to come.
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