Nakai-Nam Theun Park Prioritizes Communities in Conservation Push for International Recognition
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Nakai-Nam Theun Park Prioritizes Communities in Conservation Push for International Recognition

Nakai-Nam Theun National Park in Laos is placing nearly 9,000 residents at the core of its conservation plan, aiming for international certification between 2027 and 2035. Consultations based on Free, Prior, and Informed Consent are underway to ensure community voices are heard.

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