1km buffer zone imposed to protect Mulu National Park

KUCHING: A 1km buffer zone will be imposed along the common border between Mulu National Park and a provisional lease (PL) area issued to a plantation company, says a Sarawak assistant minister.

Urban Planning, Land Administration and Environment Assistant Minister Datuk Len Talif Salleh said this was part of measures to ensure the integrity of the national park's boundaries and prevent any encroachment or disturbances.