Viet Nam to host UNESCO conference on geoparks in Asia-Pacific region

The 8th International Conference of the UNESCO Global Geoparks Network for the Asia-Pacific Region will take place from September 5 to 17 in the northern mountainous province of Cao Bang.

Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs Ha Kim Ngoc told reporters on August 22 that under the theme: “Local Communities and Sustainable Development in Geopark Region”, the conference targets to share and exchange experiences, effective models, and useful solutions in the development and management of geoparks according to UNESCO’s standard among members of the UNESCO Global Geoparks Network in the Asia-Pacific region.

The event aims to raise awareness and responsibility among all levels of government, sectors, and the public in preserving and promoting various types of heritage in favor of sustainable tourism development.

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