Local community plays crucial role in turtle conservation in Libaran, says Bangkuai


Datuk Joniston Bangkuai (right) listening to Walai Penyu founder Alexander Yee about the involvement of Libaran islanders in conservation initiatives.

KOTA KINABALU: Walai Penyu Conservation Park in Sabah's east coast Libaran island is a way forward in conservation of turtles and empowering local communities, says Datuk Joniston Bangkuai.

The Assistant Tourism, Culture, and Environment Minister said the conservation efforts of sea turtles at the park had created a good impact with the participation of the local community.

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