Another successful venture to preserve the majestic sea turtle species in Bataan concluded on August 25, 2023, as the Provincial Government of Bataan partnered with the Provincial Government of La Union through the sponsorship of GNPower Dinginin Ltd. Co. (GNPD) to capture La Union PG-ENRO’s best practices in preserving their pawikans, including their ordinances and notable statistics about the species. The group, consisting of representatives from Bataan’s Provincial Government Environment and Natural Resources Office (PG-ENRO), Provincial Tourism Office, Provincial Veterinary Office, Bataan Peninsula State University, Sitio Fuerte Sagip Pawikan Association, and GNPD’s Community Relations Department, were welcomed by La Union Gov. Rafy Ortega-David.

Bataan expands ties with La Union for Pawikan preservation. (2023, September 10). Manila Standard, p. B4.