Sri Lanka, Feb. 14 -- 2024 marks a landmark achievement in the world of conservation with Sri Lanka being declared as a UN World Restoration Flagship, in recognition of the nation's vital efforts to rebuild and restore its mangrove ecosystems.
The award signifies the nation's effective use of the UN's Principles for Ecosystem Restoration, while highlighting globally significant best practices and methodologies that can potentially serve as a framework for future success across the world.
The aftermath of the 2004 tsunami and its destructive impacts on Sri Lanka's coastline highlighted the importance of mangroves as a coastal protector. Unfortunately, the continued destruction of mangroves, and the lack of a formal mechanism impeded effect...