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