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Wetland Conservation Act.

Country/Territory
Korea, Republic of
Document type
Legislation
Date
1999 (2014)
Source
FAO, FAOLEX
Subject
Water, Wild species & ecosystems
Keyword
Ecosystem preservation Sustainable use Wetlands Biodiversity Management/conservation Institution Offences/penalties Policy/planning Use restrictions International relations/cooperation Protected area Endangered species Protection of species
Geographical area
Asia, Asia and the Pacific, East Asian Seas, Eastern Asia, North Pacific, North-West Pacific
Entry into force notes
The present Act shall enter into effect on 22 June 2008.
Abstract

The purpose of this Act is the efficient management of wetlands in order to contribute to their conservation and to wetland biodiversity as well as the promotion of international cooperation by reflecting the objectives of the Convention on Wetlands of International Importance especially as Waterfowl Habitat.

Full text
English
Website
elaw.klri.re.kr

References - Legislation

Implemented by

Enforcement Decree of the Wetlands Conservation Act.

Legislation | Korea, Republic of | 2008

Keyword: Wetlands, Biodiversity, Management/conservation, Institution, Offences/penalties

Source: FAO, FAOLEX