Marine Protected Area to be established Infanta
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The local government of Infanta, Quezon, has commenced in setting up a Marine Protected Area (MPA). in Barangay Dinahican, a location that impacts the safety and survival of coastal communities in Infanta, especially during disasters. The initiatives assisted by Harribon Foundation and BirdLife International aims to protect mangrove restoration areas as well as the protection zone identified under the Forest Land Use Plan (FLUP) of Infanta. According to the foundation, the establishment of an MPA in Dinahican will support the existing fish sanctuary in the area, Provide various tourism and livelihood opportunities and ensure a sustainable and long term approach following the Community Based Natural and Resource Management (CBNRM) system.
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Martinez, T. (2018, June 21). Marine Protected Area to be established Infanta. The Manila Times, p. B5.
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