Reducing the use of wildlife products in traditional medicine
GLX This morning (March 17), within the framework of the Saving Threaten Wildlife Project (STW) sponsored by USAID, the Management Board for Forestry Projects (MBFP) - Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Development, National Institute of Medicinal Materials (NIMM) - The Ministry of Health and TRAFFIC opened the exhibition "Vietnamese medicinal resources - Join hands to conserve Endangered Wildlife" in Hanoi
The model of Medicinal Plant Garden introduces medicinal plants commonly used in traditional medicine
"Through working with the National Institute of Medicinal Materials, we want to raise awareness and reduce demand for illegal wildlife products in traditional medicine." |
Ms. Nguyen Tuyet Trinh - Director of TRAFFIC Office in Vietnam |
The Medicinal Garden model offers visitors a sustainable and responsible perspective on traditional medicine practice
Dr. Ha Cong Tuan, Chairman of the Vietnam Association of Economic Sciences for Agriculture and Rural Development, former Permanent Deputy Minister of the Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Development, delivered a speech at the opening ceremony.
Protecting endangered and rare wildlife species is protecting invaluable biodiversity values for our children and grandchildren.” |
Ms. Tran Thi Nam Ha - Deputy Director of Central Management Unit, STW project, MBFP |
The Saving Threaten Wildlife Project is funded by the United States Agency for International Development (USAID), and is owned by the Management Board for Forestry Projects - Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Development (MBFP), in collaboration with implementation of WWF, TRAFFIC and ENV. The project objective is to strengthen commitment and support of leaders at all levels and sectors from central to local levels; mobilize support from the private sector to reduce demand and illegal consumption of wildlife products
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