Palawan's wildlife trafficking problem is a complex challenge, as it is driven mainly by the high consumer demand from the exotic pet and food markets of Hongkong and China. Palawan is a key component of the supply and demand equation because of its immense biodiversity, which ironically also serves as a major source of wildlife for the illegal trade.
SURGE is a special project of USAID that assists cities and adjacent areas to plan effectively, guarantee basic public services, reduce business transaction costs, promote competitiveness, support sustainable development, and reduce disaster and climate change risks while ensuring inclusive and sustainable growth.
It highlights the biodiversity of Puerto Princesa especially the protected area around the underground river, shown through photos taken by artists from different non-government and government organizations. A puppet show is also produced by City ENRO.
What really is the essence of "biodiversity"? And as active and conscious citizens, how do we protect and ethically celebrate our island's biodiversity?
Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR) Sec. Roy Cimatu is pushing for an international partnership with the East Asian-Australian Flyway (EAAF) for the conservation of migratory waterbirds that would include those found in two UNESCO World Heritage Sites in Palawan.
