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In Indonesia, new Riau burning season threatens
2014-04-20 17:59:00| Climate Ark Climate Change & Global Warming Newsfeed
Reuters: One of Indonesia's most unique biosphere reserves is at risk of being destroyed by forest fires unless local and national government can work together to save it, a UNESCO expert says. Covering around 700,000 hectares of the Bengkalis and Siak subdistricts of Riau province, Giam Siak Kecil-Bukit Batu was declared a UNESCO Man and the Biosphere Reserve in 2009, in recognition of the way it balances conservation and sustainable use. Giam Siak is home to two wildlife reserves that provide a sanctuary...
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