Communities at heart of ocean protection

Papua New Guinea’s Climate Change Minister Simo Kilepa says local communities are the backbone of marine conservation, stressing that traditional knowledge must guide future protection efforts. “Customary communities remain the primary custodians of many of our marine ecosystems. Their traditional knowledge, stewardship practices, and long-standing conduct of resources continue to play a critical role in sustaining marine biodiversity.” Kilepa told regional leaders. To access this post, you must purchase Web , Web – One-Day , Web – 14-Day , Web – One-Month , Web – Three-Month , Web – Six-Month , Web – Annual , Web & eBook , Web & eBook – One-Day , Web & eBook – 14-Day , Web & eBook – One-Month , Web & eBook – Three-Month , Web & eBook – Six-Month or Web & eBook – Annual . The post Communities at heart of ocean protection appeared first on Post Courier .

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