Sarawak sets its sights on UNESCO Global Geopark status for SDGp
KUCHING: Sarawak is currently engaged in the process of compiling the necessary documentation to nominate the Sarawak Delta Geopark (SDGp) as a UNESCO Global Geopark. Having already obtained recognition as a National Geopark on June 20th last year, this endeavour is seen by Deputy Premier Datuk Amar Awang Tengah Ali Hasan as a pivotal and […]
State looks to Jeju Island to achieve geopark goals
KUCHING: Sarawak is on a benchmarking visit to Jeju Island, a Unesco Global geopark (UGGp), to learn about its management and other relevant initiatives and projects. Led by Deputy Premier Datuk Amar Awang Tengah Ali Hasan, the delegation is seeking to learn about how South Korea manages Jeju Island, particularly on community involvement activities, governance, […]
Sarawak to improve facilities in Unesco bid
KUCHING: Sarawak will be improving its facilities especially in terms of road structure in its bid for the Sarawak Delta Geopark (SDGp) area to be recognised as one of the UNESCO Global Geoparks. Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg said this effort follows the Sarawak Delta being recognised as the sixth National […]
Seeking national recognition for Sarawak Delta Geopark
KUCHING: The Sarawak government is committed to ensuring that the Sarawak Delta Geopark (SDGP) is recognised as a national geopark this year. According to a statement on Monday (Jan 17), a geopark is an area that has a geological heritage site that can be used by all parties for the purpose of conservation, education and […]
