‘Pacharawat’ urges the ‘Marine Department’ to conserve mangrove forests.

Krabi, "Pacharawat" is pleased with the increase in Thai mangrove forests, the Marine Department has urged Marine and coastal resources Preserve mangrove forests with the Thailand Mangrove Alliance, emphasizing 3 principles: economy-society-environment. Celebrate National Mangrove Forest DayPol. Gen. Patcharawat Wongsuwan, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Natural Resources and Environment (Minister of Natural Resources and Environment), said that on behalf of the Thai people, he is proud to see all sectors helping to take care of and drive the development. Carry out work on conservation of mangrove forest resources in Thailand to make it visible to the eyes of many countries. And I am very pleased to be a witness to the announcement of the intention of cooperation between the Ministry of Natural Resources and Environment (Ministry of Natural Resources and Environment) by the Department of Marine and Coastal Resources (DMC) and the Thailand Mangrove Alliance or the organization's Thailand Mangrove Alli ance. All 33 organizations who join in conserving and developing the utilization of mangrove forest resources are ready to open National Mangrove Forest Day activities for the year 2024, which this year will be held under the concept of "Thailand Mangrove Alliance" at the Elephant Conference Room. Krabi Provincial Administrative Organization, Mueang District, Krabi Province. In this regard, the Ministry has always emphasized the principles of participatory management of mangrove forest resources from all sectors. Including driving activities to fully solve the problem of climate change Through participation in mangrove planting activities to benefit from carbon credits created by the Department of Marine and Coastal Resources in collaboration with mangrove resource conservation network partners. which after the activities have been carried out continuously As a result, the number of mangrove forests in Thailand has increased. He can proudly say that This success is due to the cooperation of the people and all sectors who helped to care for, maintain, and restore the mangrove forests until they returned to their perfect condition in many areas. Especially private sector partners who are an important force in driving operations to become concrete and clear by adhering to 3 pillars, which are the principles of the sustainability dimension, consisting of 1. Economy: promoting a green economy. blue economy Support sustainable livelihoods in mangrove forest communities. Develop the potential of mangrove forests to become valuable natural resources. Create added value and distribute economic opportunities to the community 2. Society promotes knowledge and understanding Create community participation Develop quality of life and well-being. Encourage communities and youth to play an important role in preserving and managing mangrove forests effectively and 3. Environment. Protect and restore mangrove forests Maintain the balance of the ecosystem Reduce pollution that deteriorates coastal ecosystems. Take action to promote and conserve biodiversity. Coping with climate change and create ecological stabilityThis is on May 10th of every year. The Cabinet has passed a resolution approving the designation. 'National Mangrove Forest Day' as it is the day His Majesty King Bhumibol Adulyadej His Majesty King Bhumibol Adulyadej the Great gave his first royal speech on May 10, 1991, asking relevant agencies to jointly conserve and care for the mangrove forest. He instructed the Department of Marine and Coastal Resources as the main responsible agency. Take the royal speech as mentioned. It is the main principle of operations in the conservation of mangrove forest resources. along with the participation of citizens and various sectorsPol. Gen. Patcharawat invited the public, including all sectors, to pay attention and give importance to mangrove forest resources. Starting with planting and restoring mangrove forests. As well as helping to take care of and maintain the planted seedlings to grow into strong seedlings. Can be an island to protect from waves and wind from the sea. It is a shelter from natural disasters. It also helps prevent coastal erosion and maintains the balance of the coastal ecosystem. as well as being a nursery for young aquatic animals And it is an important source of food production for humans that can be eaten and generate income throughout the year. To nourish everyone's life and future forever.Source: Thai News Agency