The Prime Minister has recently ratified a program on conservation of Vietnamese endangered turtle species by 2025 with a vision towards 2030.
According to the program, specific goals include (1) issuing a legal framework for preserving endangered turtle species; (2) strengthening investigations to research on endangered turtle species; (3) building and managing protective zones, rescue work, raising and preserving of rare turtle species; (4) enhancing efficiency of management and law enforcement on endangered turtle species; (5) raising public awareness and involving participation of community into preservation.
Especially, the program targets to establish 3 conservation areas and new habitats for endangered tortoises and freshwater turtles. It also aims at rehabilitating the population of endangered tortoises and freshwater turtles, which will be conducted in provinces and municipalities around Vietnam, including Quang Ninh.
Translated by Quynh Trang
