Strengthening Wetland Management: Insights from the Regional Flyway Initiative Workshop in Bangladesh in May 2024
©️ Sakib Ahmed_IUCN Bangladesh From 27 to 29 May 2024, the Regional Flyway Initiative (RFI) Training Workshop on Wetland Ecosystem Services and Nature-based Solutions in Bangladesh was held at the Grand Sultan Tea Resort & Golf in Srimangal, Moulvibazar, Bangladesh. Hosted by the Bangladesh Forest Department, the workshop was co-organised by the Asian Development Bank […]
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Hyundai Motor Company donates to EAAFP as a Corporate Champion
On 22 April 2024, Hyundai Motor Company generously donated to the East Asian-Australasian Flyway Partnership (EAAFP), further solidifying its commitment to environmental conservation and sustainable development. This contribution supports the EAAFP Corporate Champion Programme, which aims to protect migratory waterbirds and their habitats along the East Asian–Australasian Flyway (EAAF). Long-billed Plover species champion ‘Hyundai Motor […]
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Renewal of MOU Ceremony between the EAAFP Secretariat, KOEN Yeongheung Power Division, and Incheon Metropolitan City, along with the EAAFP Foundation’s 2023–2024 Small Grant Programme Reporting Workshop held in Songdo, Republic of Korea
The MOU was signed by the EAAFP Secretariat, KOEN Yeongheung Power Division, and Incheon Metropolitan City. Pictured from left: Sungkook Kim, Head of KOEN Yeongheung Power Division; Jennifer George, Chief Executive of EAAFP Secretariat; Chulsoo Kim, Head of Environment Bureau, Incheon Metropolitan City. ©EAAFP On 29th May 2024, the East Asian–Australasian Flyway Partnership Secretariat (hereafter […]
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EAAFP and BFU Forge Stronger Ties for Ecological Research and Conservation
From 19th to 22nd May, 2024, representatives from the East Asian–Australasian Flyway Partnership (EAAFP) Secretariat, including Chief Executive Jennifer George, Programme Officer Kyle Esperanza Zuleta, and Dr. Taej Mundkur, Vice Chair of the Technical sub-Committee, visited the Science Unit of the EAAFP Secretariat at Beijing Forestry University (BFU). The visit included interactions with Mr. Wang […]
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Colour marking and tagging of shorebirds in the Philippines
The following article is provided by Ward Hagemeijer from Wetlands International. Minor revisions have been applied to the original article to improve clarity and align it with the guidelines established by the EAAFP. In February 2024, an international team of shorebird ringers from various locations along the East Asian–Australasian Flyway (EAAF) — including Mongolia, China, […]
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The 2024 International Symposium of Getbol World Heritage: Celebrating 3rd Anniversary of Korean Getbol World Natural Heritage Listing
Representatives of the 2024 International Symposium of Getbol World Heritage ©EAAFP Secretariat The 2024 International Symposium of Getbol World Heritage concluded with high-level discussions and insights from global experts. Held from April 17 to April 19 at Songdo Convensia in Incheon, Republic of Korea, the symposium celebrated the 3rd anniversary of the Korean Getbol World […]
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From Getbol to Moreton Bay: Study visit by the Korean delegation in Australia
In a significant stride toward preserving critical habitats for migratory waterbirds, the Republic of Korea’s tidal flats were inscribed on the UNESCO World Natural Heritage List during the 44th Session of the World Heritage Committee on July 26, 2021. This monumental decision underscores the importance of safeguarding the Yellow Sea’s ecosystems, which serve as crucial […]
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Exploring Global Citizenship and Migratory Waterbirds: Insights from the EAAFP Special Lecture at Korea University Business School
Tony Garrett, Professor of Korea University Business School, introducing Jennifer George and EAAFP Secretariat to his students ©EAAFP Secretariat On 8th April, 2024, the Korea University Business School hosted a special workshop that brought together a diverse group of students to explore conservation and global citizenship. With a history of 117 years, Korea University Business […]
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Seabirds and Avian Influenza (AI) Reports and News as of April 2024
The following list was compiled by Ms Lena Werger, Ms Hannah Schiff, and Ms Anneke Werthen, research interns at Hanns Seidel Foundation Korea. Minor revisions have been applied to the original list to improve clarity and align it with the guidelines established by the EAAFP. Spread of Avian Influenza and its subtypes across the Asian […]
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2023 Bird Monitoring Results Highlight Yeongjong Tidal Flat’s Worthiness for World Natural Heritage Site Designation
The following article has been translated by EAAFP Secretariat from the original Korean article provided by Green Korea Incheon. Minor revisions have been applied to the original article to improve clarity and align with the guidelines established by the EAAFP. Read the original article on the Green Korea Incheon website (KOR) here. From April to […]
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