Indonesia will expand its marine ecosystem database, map seabed topography, and conduct biodiversity surveys and inventories in national marine parks to improve the effectiveness of conservation and ecosystem restoration.
Under the approach, competent agencies will review existing regulations, strengthen inspections of fire prevention and firefighting systems, and implement measures including weather modification through cloud seeding, monitoring water levels in peatland areas, and pre-positioning personnel and equipment in high-risk locations.
An illegal wildlife trade case involving 16 protected eagles has been busted in Central Bangka district, Bangka Belitung Islands province of Indonesia.
Minister of Forestry Raja Juli Antoni credited the country's success in reducing forest and land fires to the effective use of meteorological technology and the synergy between air and land operations.
As there are indications of a decline in genetic variety among Javan rhinos in the wild, the translocation is expected to help prevent inbreeding and strengthen the genetic resilience of the population.