Grey literature | 2016
These bylaws were developed through a consultative process involving stakeholders of the Building Drought Resilience (BDR) Project implemented by IUCN with funding from Austrian Development Cooperation (ADC). The goal of the bylaws is to support the sustainable management of land and water…
Grey literature | 2016
These bylaws were developed through a consultative process involving stakeholders of the Building Drought Resilience (BDR) Project implemented by IUCN with funding from Austrian Development Cooperation (ADC). The goal of the bylaws is to support the sustainable management of land and water…
Publication | 2016
Apes in demand for zoo and wildlife attractions in Peninsular Malaysia and Thailand
This report investigates the species, numbers and sources of apes held in zoos and wildlife attractions in Peninsular Malaysia and Thailand and responds to concerns over the global high demand for apes, especially juveniles, for display in zoos and wildlife facilities, and the illegal removal of…
Story | 26 Dec, 2016
Representatives of Cambodia, Lao PDR, Myanmar, Thailand and Viet Nam recently met in Bangkok to discuss the objectives and work plan of the newly established Indo-Burma Ramsar Regional Initiative (IBRRI). IBRRI was approved by the 52nd meeting of the Ramsar Convention Standing Committee (SC 52)…
Story | 12 Dec, 2016
Value we see in trees: innovation and the exchange of ideas
Innovation is a key to improving the rights and livelihoods of farmers and small land holders while encouraging them to plant trees and effectively restore landscapes. During a regional knowledge exchange in Thailand, the Tree Bank offered one such innovation.
Story | 06 Dec, 2016
IUCN President and Vice President address key conservation issues during recent visit to Thailand
IUCN President Mr Zhang Xinsheng and IUCN Vice President Mr Malik Amin Aslam visited Bangkok, Thailand from November 22 to 24. The trip highlighted IUCN’s ongoing commitment to supporting governments and civil society organizations further conservation and sustainable development efforts in…
Story | 02 Dec, 2016
Tackling wildlife trafficking through the Critical Ecosystem Partnership Fund
Recognising the significant and detrimental economic, environmental, security-related, and social impacts of the illegal trade in wildlife, 42 countries adopted the Hanoi Statement on Illegal Wildlife Trade on 17 November 2016. The Statement that was adopted at the Hanoi Conference on illegal…
Story | 08 Nov, 2016
Prachuap Khiri Khan is a coastal province located on the western coast of the Gulf of Thailand. With 251 km of coastline, the province attracts many tourists, with Hua Hin being the best-known resort town. This is also the site of Marriott Hua Hin Resort and Spa, a partner of IUCN for the last…