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Decree of 1996 creating the National Park of Orango Islands.

Country/Territory
Guinea-Bissau
Document type
Regulation
Date
1996
Source
FAO, FAOLEX
Subject
Forestry, Wild species & ecosystems
Keyword
Protected area Ecosystem preservation Forest management/forest conservation Authorization/permit Migratory species Endangered species Marine protected areas Protection of species
Geographical area
Africa, Least Developed Countries, North Atlantic, Sahel, Small Island Developing States, Western Africa
Entry into force notes
This Decree shall enter into force on the day after publication.
Abstract

This Decree creates the National Park of Orango Islands. It consists of 21 articles and a technical schedule concerning biological aspects of the aforementioned protected area. It establishes objectives to be met in order to preserve the ecosystem, to safeguard endangered animals and migratory species, etc. according to the economic needs of native people and environmental impact assessment. It also defines 3 parts: (1) environmental preservation area; (2) middle area; (3) durable development area. It lays down the limits of these protected areas, listing authorized activities to be performed in compliance with the Regulation in force.

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