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The Sun
a day ago
- Politics
- The Sun
State governments urged to adopt National Forestry Act amendments
SHAH ALAM: State governments must accelerate the adoption of the National Forestry (Amendment) Act 2022 by updating their local Forestry Enactments to strengthen forest conservation efforts, said Deputy Minister of Natural Resources and Environmental Sustainability Datuk Seri Huang Tiong Sii. Speaking at the 100 Million Tree Planting Campaign launch at the National Botanical Gardens, Huang noted that only the Federal Territory and Perlis have fully implemented the legal amendments so far. The ministry remains committed to preserving at least 50 percent of Malaysia's land under forest cover, fulfilling the nation's 1992 Earth Summit pledge in Rio de Janeiro. Key conservation measures include designating forest areas as Permanent Forest Reserves and increasing Ecological Fiscal Transfer funding to RM250 million this year. The financial incentive helps states execute high-impact conservation projects. Regarding the tree-planting initiative, Huang reported that 115.7 million trees of 1,972 species have been planted nationwide as of June 15, surpassing the original 100 million target early. The campaign continues through 2025 to raise public awareness about forest conservation.
Barnama
a day ago
- Politics
- Barnama
State Governments Urged To Expedite Adoption Of National Forestry (Amendment) Act
SHAH ALAM, June 29 (Bernama) -- State governments have been urged to expedite the adoption of the National Forestry (Amendment) Act 2022 by amending their respective Forestry Enactments to support efforts in strengthening the preservation and conservation of the country's forested areas. Deputy Minister of Natural Resources and Environmental Sustainability, Datuk Seri Huang Tiong Sii, said that to date, only the Federal Territory and Perlis have fully implemented the amendments in the law. 'The Ministry of Natural Resources and Environmental Sustainability (NRES) remains committed to enhancing efforts to preserve and conserve the country's forested areas. 'The government is steadfast in its pledge to maintain at least 50 per cent of the country's land area under tree and forest cover, in line with the country's commitment made at the Earth Summit in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil in 1992,' he said. He said this when opening the 100 Million Tree Planting Campaign in conjunction with the 2025 International Forest Day celebration at the National Botanical Gardens here today. According to Huang, among other things being done to fulfil the commitment, include the gazetting of forest areas according to the importance of the role of the forests involved and increasing the allocation of financial incentives for Ecological Fiscal Transfer for Biodiversity Conservation (EFT). 'The ministry has intensified efforts to gazette other forested areas as Permanent Forest Reserves (HSK), watershed and fully protected areas, as well as to gazette proposed HSK areas, particularly those located within the Central Forest Spine and Environmentally Sensitive Areas. 'The EFT allocation has been increased to RM250 million this year compared to RM200 million in 2024,' he said. The incentive, he said, can help the state governments to identify and implement high-impact projects for conservation purposes in line with the six scopes outlined for EFT project implementation in collaboration with the respective State Forestry Department.
Daily Express
24-04-2025
- General
- Daily Express
60,000 saplings planted in Tuaran, 8,800 Liposus make MBR entry
Published on: Thursday, April 24, 2025 Published on: Thu, Apr 24, 2025 By: R Gonzales Text Size: Huang (fight, left) with other guests at the event. Tuaran: Over 60,000 saplings were successfully planted across the district during the Tuaran Earth Day 2025 celebration, marking a significant environmental milestone, here, Tuesday. The event, officiated by Deputy Natural Resources and Environmental Sustainability Minister Datuk Sri Huang Tiong Sii, highlighted strong community participation in achieving this green initiative. 'This celebration demonstrates our commitment to environmental awareness and aligns with the government's 100 Million Tree Planting Campaign (2021-2025),' said Huang during his keynote address at the Sabah Co-Curricular Centre in the Malangang Kiulu Camp. The programme engaged students from 88 Tuaran schools, fostering environmental stewardship among youths. Tuaran Member of Parliament cum Programme Chair Datuk Seri Wilfred Madius Tangau emphasised the event's practical impact. 'We are planting traditional species like Baccaurea lanceolata (Liposu) that combat soil erosion and reduce flood risks, growing hope for a sustainable future,' he said. The day made history with 8,800 Liposu saplings earning recognition in The Malaysia Book of Records, presented by Chief Executive Officer Christopher Wong to Tuaran District Education Office and Sabah Environment Department. The collaborative effort involved various government agencies, NGOs, educational institutions and local communities. * Follow us on Instagram and join our Telegram and/or WhatsApp channel(s) for the latest news you don't want to miss. * Do you have access to the Daily Express e-paper and online exclusive news? Check out subscription plans available. Stay up-to-date by following Daily Express's Telegram channel. Daily Express Malaysia
