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Deferred: Odzala National Park (and annexes) (Congo)

Document type
Decision
Reference number
VIII.A.3
Date
Dec 4, 1995
Source
UNEP, InforMEA
Status
Active
Subject
Wild species & ecosystems
Treaty
Convention concerning the Protection of the World Cultural and Natural Heritage (Nov 23, 1972)
Meeting
19e session du Comité
Website
whc.unesco.org
Abstract

Odzala National Park (and annexes)

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Congo

The Committee discussed whether or not the site is of only national importance and whether it possesses distinguishing features of outstanding universal value.

After a discussion with contributions from the Delegates of Niger, Benin, France and Germany, the Committee decided to defer consideration of the nominated site and to encourage the State Party to further investigate the site in relation to Ndoki National Park to the north as a potential site for nomination and agreed to invite the state Party to seek preparatory assistance for the purpose. The Committee noted IUCN's remarks on the potential of the Ndoki region in relation to the Convention. The Committee further noted that human population living within a site should not be considered incompatible with a World Heritage listing.