Pontianak, Aug. 10 -- The West Kalimantan government is strengthening collaboration with the central government, businesses, and local communities to protect mangrove ecosystems.

The initiative aims to preserve vital coastal biodiversity while promoting a green economy, Governor Ria Norsan said in Pontianak on Sunday.

"In Mempawah, mangrove cultivation has been a priority for several years, supported by non-government organizations (NGOs) and corporate social responsibility (CSR) programs from both state-owned and private companies in West Kalimantan," Norsan said.

West Kalimantan has about 162,000 hectares of mangrove ecosystems spread across seven districts and cities, with Kubu Raya District accounting for nearly 68 percent of the p...