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International:
Convention on Wetlands of International Importance especially
as Waterfowl Habitat (Ramsar)
Objectives:
- To decrease the progressive loss of wetlands
- To recognize the fundamental ecological functions of wetlands
and their economic, cultural, scientific and recreational
values.
Summary of Provisions:
- To designate at least one national wetland for inclusion
in a List of Wetlands of International Importance
- To consider the international responsibilities for conservation,
management and wise use of migratory stocks of wildfowl
- To establish wetland nature reserves
Conferences on the conservation of wetlands and water-fowl
to be convened as the need arises
Date of Adoption:
2.2.1971 (Ramsar, Iran)
Date of entry into force:
21.12.1975
Arab Participants:
Bahrain, Egypt, Jordan, Lebanon, Morocco, Tunisia
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