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"Networking between National Geoparks"
A Geopark is a nationally protected area containing a number of
geological heritage sites of particular importance, rarity or
aesthetic appeal. It is part of an integrated concept of
protection, education and sustainable development. The concept
of linking sustainable development with geoheritage,
conservation, education and tourism is rather new to the Asia
Pacific region. In order to promote the development of National
Geoparks among countries in the Asia-Pacific region, the first
regional Conference on Asia-Pacific Network of National Geoparks
is organized to take place in November 2007. This provides
platform for scholars and various stakeholders to discuss and
exchange ideas on pressing issues of the sustainable use and
management of geoheritage in each country. In the region, only
China is vigorous in this pursuit, totaling more than 138
National Geoparks, 18 of which are currently members of the
Global Network of National Geoparks assisted by UNESCO. Thus, it
is in the interest of the knowledge of the natural and cultural
resources and the links with landscape, that wider awareness and
involvement in this region are crucial. |
