Multiplying mangrove

Deputy Natural Resources and Environment Minister, Datuk Seri Dr James Dawos Mamit (centre) launching the event as Oleon NV chief executive officer Moussa Naciri (right) and Instituteof Foresters Malaysia (IRIM) president Haron Abu Hasan looks on at Berjaya Hotel and Resorts Kuala Lumpur

There will be an attempt by 2,000 people to plant 20,200 mangrove seedlings within three hours in Langkawi.

The feat is being organised by the Institute of Foresters Malaysia (IRIM) together with Ship for South-East Asian Youth Programme (SSEAYP) with a view to entering the Malaysia Book of Records.